Flies are scavengers and tend to break down dead organisms. Based on this information, what is a plant characteristic that would best attract flies?(1 point)

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Responses

flowers that emit a sweet odor
flowers that emit a sweet odor

flowers that emit a rotten odor
flowers that emit a rotten odor

flowers that are brightly colored
flowers that are brightly colored

flowers that are light colored

Answer 1

To attract flies, the best plant characteristic would be:

flowers that emit a rotten odor

This is because many flies, especially those that are scavengers, are attracted to decaying organic matter and the odors associated with it.

Answer 2

Which of the following describes fertilization? (1 point)
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when an animal is attracted to a flower
when an animal is attracted to a flower

when a sperm cell and egg cell come together
when a sperm cell and egg cell come together

the process of pollen moving from place to place
the process of pollen moving from place to place

the changes that occur in organisms over time

Answer 3

The correct response that describes fertilization is:

when a sperm cell and egg cell come together

This is the definition of fertilization in the context of reproduction.

Answer 4

Specialization can be both limiting and beneficial. How would a plant species benefit from a pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species?(1 point)
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the flowers always having a pollinator
the flowers always having a pollinator

less competition for pollinators with other species
less competition for pollinators with other species

less competition for pollinators within the species
less competition for pollinators within the species

decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation

Answer 5

The benefit a plant species would gain from a pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species is:

decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation

This leads to increased genetic diversity, which can enhance the resilience and adaptability of the plant species.

Answer 6

Sometimes, plants will reward their pollinators with something that benefits them. What is an example of a plant attractant that is also a pollination reward?(1 point)
Responses

sweet odors
sweet odors

pollen
pollen

vibrant colors
vibrant colors

nectar

Answer 7

The correct response that represents an example of a plant attractant that is also a pollination reward is:

nectar

Nectar is sweet and serves as a reward for pollinators, incentivizing them to visit the flowers and facilitate pollination.

Answer 8

are you sure all of these are correct before i submit?

Answer 9

Yes, I'm confident in the responses provided:

1. Flies are attracted to flowers that emit a rotten odor - This aligns with the nature of flies being attracted to decaying matter.

2. Fertilization is when a sperm cell and egg cell come together - This is the standard definition of fertilization.

3. A plant species would benefit from a pollinator that only visits their flowers due to decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation - This enhances the plant's genetic diversity.

4. An example of a plant attractant that is also a pollination reward is nectar - Nectar is both an attractant and a reward for pollinators.

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