Asked by Shanice Brown on May 18, 2024

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Animals with chemical defenses are also typically:

A) fast runners.
B) aposematic.
C) small in size.
D) large in size.
E) camouflaged.

Chemical Defenses

Strategies used by organisms to deter predators or pathogens with toxic or noxious substances.

Aposematic

Pertains to the bright coloration or markings of an animal that serve as a warning signal to predators that it is toxic, noxious, or otherwise harmful.

Camouflaged

Describes an organism or object that is disguised by blending in with its surroundings to avoid detection.

  • Gain an understanding of the basic mechanisms of chemical defenses and mimicry in animal species.
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Demetria bakerMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Aposematic animals display warning coloration or markings to signal their toxicity or unpalatability to potential predators, which is a common trait among animals with chemical defenses.