Most plants have hair-like cells called trichomes that project from the surface and help the plants in many ways. In some plants trichomes secrete toxic substances that most likely perform which function?

NERVOUS SYSTEM

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A	Absorb carbon dioxide
B	Protect against herbivorous insects
C	Reflect light off leaves
D	Reduce water loss from evaporation

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Expert-Verified Answer. Protect plant against herbivorous insect.

Detailed explanation-2: -In all species the trichomes secrete polysaccharides, alkaloids and lipids; phenolic compounds occur in A. heterophyllus and M. tinctoria trichomes. These trichomes probably act in the protection against herbivores, pathogens, desiccation and/ or UV radiation.

Detailed explanation-3: -The surface of the stomach is lined with epithelial cells called surface mucous cells. These cells produce a thick mucus that coats the epithelium on the inside surface of the stomach. What is the purpose of the mucous coating? It allows the epithelium to aid in the process of digestion.

Detailed explanation-4: -Disruption of normal regulation of the cell cycle can lead to diseases such as cancer. When the cell cycle proceeds without control, cells can divide without order and accumulate genetic errors that can lead to a cancerous tumor .

Detailed explanation-5: -How are ferritin and glycogen similar in their primary functions for an organism? Both store materials needed by the organism. Both store energy used by the organism. Both support the structure of the organism.

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AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

NERVOUS SYSTEM