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How does garlic plant protect itself from its enemies?

Garlic produces allicin, a compound that deters pests and herbivores with its strong odor. Additionally, the sulfur compounds in garlic act as natural fungicides and bactericides, protecting the plant from diseases.


How do stinging nettle trichomes contribute to the plant's defense mechanism against herbivores?

Stinging nettle trichomes are tiny hairs on the plant that contain irritating chemicals. When touched, these trichomes break and release the chemicals, causing a stinging sensation. This defense mechanism deters herbivores from eating the plant, protecting it from being consumed.


What plant keeps bugs away?

Carnivorous and strong-smelling plants are the vegetation which keep away bugs. Carnivorous plants have traps in order to consume nitrogen-rich bugs in marshy, swampy eco-systems whose soils are deficient in nitrogen. Strong-smelling plants such as citronella, marigolds, and mints tend to repel bugs who do not want to compromise colony locations and security with traceably pungent odors.


What is the science behind a bag of water keeping flies away?

Some theories suggest that the light reflection and refraction from the water in the bag confuses and deters flies. Additionally, the movement of the water in the bag may create a distortion in the surrounding environment for the flies, making it less appealing for them to land. However, the effectiveness of this method in repelling flies is inconclusive and may vary depending on the specific circumstances.


Why are some plants not eaten by animals?

Plants are Photosynthetic Homotrophs with cell walls, and animals are Heterotrophic Multicellular organisms. In brief: Plants can photosynthesis and "produce their own food". They have a rigid cell wall which also differentiates them from animal cells. Animals on the otherhand are multicelluar organisms which derive their nutrition through digesting organic compounds. They only have a cell membrane and not a cell wall