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)
• flowers that are light colored
• flowers that emit a rotten odor
• flowers that are brightly colored
• flowers that emit a sweet odor
• flowers that emit a rotten odor
Which of the following describes fertilization? (1 point)
• the changes that occur in organisms over time
• when an animal is attracted to a flower
• when a sperm cell and egg cell come together
• the process of pollen moving from place to place
• when a sperm cell and egg cell come together
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)
• the flowers always having a pollinator
• less competition for pollinators within the species
• less competition for pollinators with other species
• decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation
• less competition for pollinators within the 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? (1 point)
• pollen
• nectar
• sweet odors
• vibrant colors