Pheromones Flashcards
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What are pheromones?
Chemicals that transmit signals, enabling communication within the species
Pheromones are also known as ectohormones.
What does the term ‘Phero’ mean?
I carry
What does the term ‘hormon’ mean?
Stimulating
Are pheromones odorless?
Yes
What are the key characteristics of pheromones?
- Chemical compounds
- Produced by the body
- Released from the body
- Transmit several messages
- Affect behavior or physiological processes
Who identified the first pheromone and what was it called?
Adolf Butenandt identified the first pheromone: Bombykol
What behavior did male moths exhibit in the presence of female moths?
Moved their wings faster
Which animals exhibit mating behavior influenced by pheromones?
- Moths
- Pigs
- Monkeys
Which insects are known to communicate through pheromones?
- Ants
- Bees
- Termites
What types of organisms, besides animals, are known to use pheromones?
- Worms
- Certain plants (e.g., Orchids)
Where do humans process smells related to pheromones?
In the main olfactory system
Where are pheromones processed in humans?
In the vomeronasal organ
Fill in the blank: Pheromones affect _______ or physiological processes.
[behavior]
