How does jasmonic acid contribute to the activation of the wound response in tomato plants?

A. It produces a polypeptide that binds with membrane lipids.
B. It binds to enzymes in the gut of the predator.
C. It signals gene expression, leading to the production of a proteinase inhibitor.
D. It moves through the phloem of the plant until it reaches the wound site.
E. It increases the energy available for the plants to fight the predator.


Answer: C

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