IB Biology HL 4.1.9 Herbivory and Plant Defences Question Bank
Practise IB Biology HL 4.1.9 by comparing herbivore feeding adaptations with plant spines, toxins and other defences.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2025
- Course
- Biology HL
- Level
- HL
Practise IB Biology HL 4.1.9 by comparing herbivore feeding adaptations with plant spines, toxins and other defences.
The photo shows vegetation in the Sonoran Desert, which is part of the hot desert biome.

State one adaptation of plants in hot deserts that can help them to resist herbivory.
One additional mark is available for the construction of your answers for each question.
spines/thorns/stings/spikes
OR
production of toxins/unpalatable substances
OR
mimicry/camouflage (to resemble rocks)
OR
mutualism with an ant/animal which defends the acacia/plant against herbivores;
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