Science Homework Help

(2) In Todd Palmer’s study on herbivores, ants and Acacia (“Breakdown of an ant-plant mutualism follows the loss of large herbivores from an African savanna”), what were the mechanisms behind the mutualistic versus antagonistic relationships between the ants that led to differential outcomes of the trees they occupied? Defend your answer with facts and supporting evidence. (200-250 words, 50 pts)

(5) In Dr. Tomas Carlo’s research, he showed indirect evidence that the species of bird he predicted to be responsible for infecting Cecropia with mistletoe ended up NOT being the species. Explain how he came up with these conclusions and base your answer on the life-history of the tree. (200-250 words, 50 pts). Note: I could provide the study/article paper to answer the questions should you need such help.