Which statement about the effects of herbivory on tobacco is false?
A) Tobacco produces secondary compounds that directly deter herbivores.
B) Tobacco produces secondary compounds that indirectly deter herbivores by attracting predators of the herbivores.
C) None of the secondary compounds produced by tobacco are induced defenses.
D) Tobacco plants' induced defenses are effective in reducing losses of tissue.

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Tobacco plants do produce induced defenses, which are secondary compounds that are synthesized in response to herbivore attack. These compounds can deter herbivores directly or indirectly.

Which Statement About the Effects of Herbivory on Tobacco Is