Refer to the figure showing two carnivorous plants. A newly discovered tropical plant has cupped leaves that accumulate water and drowned insects.If the new plant is related to those in the figure, what might it be secreting into the accumulated water?

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Refer to the figure showing two carnivorous plants.  A newly discovered tropical plant has cupped leaves that accumulate water and drowned insects.If the new plant is related to those in the figure, what might it be secreting into the accumulated water?

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The carnivorous plant shown in the figure are known to secrete digestive enzymes into the accumulated water in their leaves. Therefore, it is likely that the newly discovered tropical plant, which has similar features, would also secrete digestive enzymes to break down the drowned insects for nutrients.

Refer to the Figure Showing Two Carnivorous Plants