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Bean plants use an immune receptor to release chemicals that attract parasitic wasps to defend against caterpillar attacks.

Jun 3, 20262 posts · 3 repliesscore 1.29

The thread discusses research on how bean plants use an immune receptor to attract parasitic wasps to defend against caterpillar attacks. This highlights a form of plant defense mechanism and its ecological implications.

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Seeds can detect the sound of rain, which may influence their growth patterns.

Apr 23, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.28

The thread discusses a study suggesting that seeds can 'hear' the sound of rain, which may influence their growth. The post includes a humorous twist referencing ears of corn, and another user shares the same study link.