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Pheromones are chemical messengers that help insect in (a) Communication (b) Sending alarm signals (c) Marking trails (d) Attracting males (e) Killing pests

A

Produced by endocrine glands

B

mRNAs

C

Chemicals used in animal communication

D

Proteins.

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