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A species of pear tree is competing to stay viable in an ecosystem. Why is this tree dependent on
animals for reproduction, and how could the tree ensure that its seeds are spread to various areas?
The pear tree relies on animals shaking the fruit loose from its branches, releasing p
the air in the process. The tree could develop thin branches that are easily swayed, e
that large amounts of pollen are released
The pear tree relies on animals eating the fruit and spreading the seeds in their dropp
The tree could develop a sweet fruit that animals want to eat, ensuring that many frum
eaten and seeds are spread
The pear tree relies on animals shaking the fruit loose from its branches, releasing sees
the ground in the process. The tree could develop thin branches that are easily swayed
ensuring that large amounts of seeds are dropped from the branches
The pear tree relies on animals eating the fruit and fertilizing the seeds with their saliva
tree could develop a sweet fruit that animals want to eat, ensuring that many fruits are c
and seeds are fertilized.
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