Which of the following would most likely function as a plant's "first line of defense" against an herbivore?
A) Trichomes
B) Canavanine
C) Production of jasmonic acid
D) Change in cell membrane potential
E) Secondary metabolite that inhibits development

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Trichomes are structures on the surface of a plant that can physically deter herbivores from feeding. They can be spiky or have a hairy texture that can make it difficult or uncomfortable for an herbivore to consume plant tissue.

Which of the Following Would Most Likely Function as a Plant's