Defense Mechanisms

Question 1

Glucosinolates

Answer 1

•Commonly found in mustard family
•can be hydrolyzed and produce chemicals toxic to herbivorous insects
•helpful to humans because they provide protection from various forms of cancer and other diseases

Question 2

Capsaicinoids

Answer 2

•commonly found in chili peppers
•cause burning irritation when eaten by animals
•humans one of few species that enjoy eating capsaicinoids
•benefits include functioning as antioxidants, promoters of energy and metabolism, and anti-inflammatory