Question

Which organism cannot defend themselves against parasites? A. Birds B. Insects C. Plants D. All of the above have ways of defending themselves against parasites.

Answer 1

D. All of the above have ways of defending themselves against parasites.

Step-by-step explanation:

While it may seem that plants don't defend themselves against parasites, they do in fact have lines of defense. An example being their thick barks or the thorns they have to protect themselves. Additionally, they can also release toxins if a pathogen manages to get inside.

Answer 2

Answer: D) All of the above have ways of defending themselves against parasites.

Explanation: All of the above have their own ways of defending themselves against parasites. For example: Birds vomit any food contamination, insects fight parasites via the production of antimicrobial peptides and the production of melanin.