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Plants do not move from one place to another, yet are categorised as living things. Why?


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Plants:

  • Plants do not move and are categorized as living things but they have similar characteristics to that of living organisms.
  • Plant can make their food through the process of photosynthesis by using sunlight, water, and, carbon dioxide.
  • Plants reproduce, excrete, breathe, and show sensitivity, like other living organisms.
  • Plants also show stem movements towards the sun.

Conclusion statement: Plants are considered living organisms as they can respire, excrete and reproduce.


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