kairomone

[US]/ˈkaɪərəˌmoʊn/
[UK]/ˈkaɪərəˌmoʊn/

Translation

n.a chemical substance released by one organism that affects the behavior of another organism, often to the benefit of the sender

Phrases & Collocations

kairomone release

kairomone attraction

kairomone production

kairomone response

kairomone signaling

kairomone detection

kairomone usage

kairomone effects

kairomone analysis

kairomone function

Example Sentences

kairomones play a crucial role in predator-prey interactions.

insects use kairomones to locate their hosts.

kairomones can influence the behavior of various species.

researchers are studying the effects of kairomones on pest control.

kairomones are important for communication in the animal kingdom.

some plants release kairomones to attract pollinators.

kairomones can help predict ecological changes.

understanding kairomones can improve agricultural practices.

many species have evolved to respond to specific kairomones.

kairomones are often used in biological control strategies.

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