Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 38 - Plant Responses to Environmental Challenges - 38.2 - Plants Have Mechanical and Chemical defenses against Herbivores - 38.2 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 814: 1

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Secondary metabolites refer to the organic compounds produced by plants that do not directly affect the growth, development, or reproduction of the plant. An example would be nicotine, which was widely used as an insecticide to kill pests by targeting their immune systems.

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Secondary metabolites refer to the organic compounds produced by plants that do not directly affect the growth, development, or reproduction of the plant. An example would be nicotine, which was widely used as an insecticide to kill pests by targeting their immune systems.
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