A pitcher plant catches insects even though its leaves contain chlorophyll. What is the main nutritional advantage?

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A Obtaining supplementary mineral nutrients, especially nitrogen
B Replacing photosynthesis completely
C Producing starch from animal bones
D None of the above

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Answer: A. Obtaining supplementary mineral nutrients, especially nitrogen

The main nutritional advantage is obtaining nitrogen (and other essential minerals like phosphorus) from the digested insects.

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A pitcher plant catches insects even though its leaves contain chlorophyll. What is the main nutritional advantage?

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