A farmer who wishes to turn on plant defenses against herbivores is most likely to spray a crop with _______ acid.

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Jasmonic acid is a plant hormone that is involved in triggering Plant Defense Mechanisms (PDMs), including the production of anti-herbivore compounds. When plants are attacked by herbivores, jasmonic acid is synthesized, and the levels of the hormone increase. Spraying a crop with jasmonic acid stimulates the plant's natural defense mechanisms, which can deter herbivores and prevent significant crop damage.

A Farmer Who Wishes to Turn on Plant Defenses Against