Q5 Identifying Alternative Hypotheses 1 4 Points Observation Individuals Of The Limpet Species Lottia Gigantea Are Ter 1 (147.63 KiB) Viewed 16 times
Q5 Identifying Alternative Hypotheses 1 4 Points Observation: Individuals of the limpet species Lottia gigantea are "territorial," and clear other organisms out of their defended rock space by plowing or shoving them out of the way like a bulldozer. Question: Why do these limpets shove other organisms off of their territories? Hypothesis: Shoving other organisms off the territory protects the territory holding limpet's food supply. Examine the following statements and indicate which are alternatives to the above hypothesis and which are not alternatives Q5.1 When an individual contacts an unfamiliar physical object in its path this induces a "shoving" response. 1 Point Alternative Hypothesis O Non-Alternative Hypothesis Q5.2 Shoving other organisms off the territory makes the territory more attractive to potential mates. 1 Point Alternative Hypothesis Non-Alternative Hypothesis
Q5.3 When an individual detects unfamiliar "non-self" chemicals on the rock surface (such as would be left by other kinds of limpets), this induces a "shoving" response. 1 Point Alternative Hypothesis O Non-Alternative Hypothesis Q5.4 Early experience with other organisms leads to the development of "shoving" behavior as the limpets grow larger. 1 Point Alternative Hypothesis O Non-Alternative Hypothesis
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