Salt is often used to kill slugs in gardens. Larry has been using salt to kill slugs in his garden for 10 years, but on year 11, he is surprised to find that slugs are thriving despite his application of salt. What is the most likely cause of their resistance?

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Sloane Hall

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19 March, 05:05

Salt is often used to kill slugs in gardens. Larry has been using salt to kill slugs in his garden for 10 years, but on year 11, he is surprised to find that slugs are thriving despite his application of salt. What is the most likely cause of their resistance?

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Amiga · Answer 1

Answer: The slugs evolved the ability to synthesize and hold glycerol in themselves

Explanation:

The slugs built up a system by the previous salt being poured on them, there by now had the ability to hold and sustain glycerol in their cells.