Figure 56.14 details an experiment designed to understand the relationship between Acacia cornigera trees and Pseudomyrmex ants. What can you conclude from the data in the bar graphs?
A) The ants provide protection from herbivorous predators.
B) The trees provide protection from predators for the ants.
C) They have an antagonistic relationship.
D) The ants are parasitic to the trees.
E) They have an altruistic relationship.

Question

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The data shows that there were more herbivorous insects found on the control trees (without ants) compared to the experimental trees (with ants). This suggests that the ants provide protection from herbivorous predators, supporting choice A.

Figure 5614 Details an Experiment Designed to Understand the Relationship Between