Stiling and Drake conducted experiments about the effects, if any, of elevated CO₂ on plant growth and insect herbivory. What did they find? A) Increased plant growth but no change in insect herbivory B) No change in plant growth but elevated insect herbivory C) Increased plant growth but reduced insect herbivory D) Increased plant growth and increased insect herbivory E) No change in either plant growth or insect herbivory

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Stiling and Drake found that elevated CO2 levels led to increased plant growth but reduced insect herbivory. This suggests that while plants may benefit from higher CO2 in terms of growth, the changes in plant chemistry or structure might make them less appealing or nutritious to insects, leading to reduced herbivory.

Stiling and Drake Conducted Experiments About the Effects, If Any