JD L4 Flashcards
1
Q
What are antagonistic biotic interactions?
A
Associations between organisms in which one benefits at the expense of the other
2
Q
What does herbivory have variable effect on?
A
plant growth, survival and fecundity
3
Q
What strategies have plants evolved to avoid herbivory?
A
Avoidance, tolerance and defense
4
Q
What is a parasite?
A
An organism that obtains nutrients from or few host individuals, normally causing harm
5
Q
Define herbivory
A
the consumption of plant material by animals
