3 Questions
What is the extra protective coating on a leaf-cutter ant's body armor made of?
Calcite with a high concentration of magnesium
How did evolutionary biologist Hongjie Li study the mineral-based protective coating on a leaf-cutter ant's body armor?
Using mouthwash to dissolve the mineral without damaging the exoskeleton
What is the similarity between the mineral-based protective coating on a leaf-cutter ant's body armor and a sea urchin's tooth?
Both are made of calcite with a high concentration of magnesium
"Test Your Knowledge on Leaf-Cutter Ants' Mineral-Based Body Armor" - Discover the fascinating world of leaf-cutter ants and their unique defense mechanism. Take this quiz to learn about the mineral-based protective coating on their exoskeleton, its composition, and how it was studied by evolutionary biologist Hongjie Li. Test your knowledge on the topic and impress your friends with interesting facts about leaf-cutter ants.
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