AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
pg 9 What back’s up an animal’s primary defenses?
A
sharp claws
B
second defenses
C
eyesight
D
secondary defenses
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Primary defense mechanisms are expected to evolve when it is difficult for prey to survive an attack, whereas secondary defense mechanisms are expected to evolve to facilitate prey escape or survival after an initial attack.

Detailed explanation-2: -Common defense mechanisms include claws, teeth, camouflage, poison, mimicry, and adaptations like echolocation. Some are less common but very effective.

Detailed explanation-3: -For instance, prey species have defense adaptations that help them escape predation. These defenses may be mechanical, chemical, physical, or behavioral.

Detailed explanation-4: -The second line of defence is a group of cells, tissues and organs that work together to protect the body. This is the immune system.

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