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Bombardier beetles release a burst of hot chemical spray with a popping sound. The chemical is sprayed from a structure present under the belly of the beetles.

Which is the likely advantage of such a behavior?


It allows the beetles to attract mates.

It allows the beetles to move obstacles out of their paths.

It allows the beetles to escape from predators.

It allows the beetles to stay warm in cold conditions.

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It allows beetles to repel predators and stay safe just like skunks.
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It allows the beetles to escape from predators

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