Some willow trees alter the chemical composition of their leaves when attacked by caterpillars. Compared to normal leaves,the chemically altered leaves are less nutritious and are more difficult for caterpillars to digest.Which of the following is a likely effect of this ability to alter leaf composition?

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Willow trees with the ability to alter the chemical composition of their leaves to make them less nutritious and harder to digest for caterpillars will likely have a survival advantage. This is because the altered leaves will deter caterpillars from feeding on them, reducing the damage and loss of foliage, which is crucial for photosynthesis and overall tree health.

Some Willow Trees Alter the Chemical Composition of Their Leaves