alleryNicotine, caffeine and quinine are made by plants mainly as
AGrowth hormones for roots
BWaste products of respiration
CDefences against grazers
DAttractants for pollinators
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Defences against grazers
These compounds deter herbivores, protecting plants that cannot run from grazers and browsers.
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