True or false: Organisms that live in habitats with high levels of competition are more likely to produce defensive chemicals than those that live with little competition.

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This statement is true. Organisms that live in highly competitive habitats are more likely to produce defensive chemicals as a way to deter other organisms and increase their own chances of survival and reproduction. In contrast, organisms that live in habitats with little competition may not need to produce as many defensive chemicals since they may not face as many threats from other organisms.

True or False: Organisms That Live in Habitats with High