Leaf-Cutter Ants' Mineral Armor Quiz

Calcite with a high concentration of magnesium (correct)

Calcium carbonate

Iron oxide

Silicon dioxide

Using a microscope to observe the coating

Using a hammer to break the exoskeleton

Using soap to remove the coating

Using mouthwash to dissolve the mineral without damaging the exoskeleton (correct)

Both are made of calcium carbonate

Both are made of iron oxide

Both are made of calcite with a high concentration of magnesium (correct)

Both are made of silicon dioxide