Plantae
are
Multicellular: Formed of
two or more cells.
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They have specialized tissues and organs ( Roots, stems,
leaves)
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Photosynthetic autotrophs. Almost all plants obtain energy by
photosynthesis, which is carried out in chloroplasts within
their cells. Photosynthesis is the process by which organisms
use the energy of light to produce food.
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Most are nonmotile, which means they cannot move from the place
where they are attached.
The significance of plants is that
they produce their own food and produce oxygen for us to
breathe. They also reproduce sexually.
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For more information about plant
organ systems, click HERE.
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