List the similarities and differences in life cycles of plants and animals. Class 6
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List the similarities and differences in life cycles of plants and animals. Class 6
Question 1.
List the similarities and differences in life cycles of plants and animals. Class 6
Answer:
Similarities between plants and animals life cycle:
- Both undergo birth, growth, reproduction and death.
- Both have a developmental stage.
- Both reproduce to ensure the continuation of their species.
Differences :
| Animals | Plants |
| Indeterminate growth | Determinate growth |
| Life span varies | Life span generally longer |
| Most are mobile | Generally stationary |
| Have sensory organs | Respond to stimuli |
Question 2.
The table given below shows some data. Study the data and try to find out examples appropriate for the conditions given in the second and third columns. If you think that an example for any of the conditions given on next page is not possible, explain why. Class 6
Answer:
| S.No. | Does it grow? | Does it respire? | Example | Remarks |
| 1. | No | No | • Chair • Table • Desk | Non-living things do not respire. |
| 2. | No | Yes | • Fungi • Bacteria | |
| 3. | Yes | No | • Icebergs and mountains etc. | |
| 4. | Yes | Yes | • Plants • Animals | Both respire and grow by attaining sufficient conditions. |