Flies are scavengers and tend to break down dead organisms. Based on this information, what is a plant characteristic that would best attract flies?
flowers that emit a sweet odor
flowers that emit a rotten odor
flowers that are light colored
flowers that are brightly colored
Flowers that emit a rotten odor would best attract flies, as flies are attracted to decaying matter.
Which of the following describes fertilization?
the process of pollen moving from place to place
when an animal is attracted to a flower
the changes that occur in organisms over time
when a sperm cell and egg cell come together
When a sperm cell and egg cell come together is the correct answer to describe fertilization.
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?
the flowers always having a pollinator
less competition for pollinators with other species
decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation
less competition for pollinators within the species
The plant species would benefit from less competition for pollinators within the species if a pollinator only visited the flowers of that specific plant species.
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?
nectar
pollen
sweet odors
vibrant colors