c. Analyzing a family tree
d. Growing a new vine from a seeding
Miss Booker's class started a garden from seeds. Although the seeds were in di
packages, they appeared to be the same shape and size. The flowers on the pa
also appeared to be the same. After a few weeks, the seeds sprouted and flowe
started to grow. All the plants had the same type of flowers but some grew almo
as high as the others. Which of the following best explains the differences in
plants in the garden?
a. Some plants were watered more so they grew taller.
b. The seeds were genetically different even though they looked the same
c. The plants that grew taller had more space to grow.
d. The shorter plants had access to more sunlight and better soil.



Answer :

In Miss Booker's class garden, where plants from seeds in different packages grew, the best explanation for the differences observed is: b. The seeds were genetically different even though they looked the same. 1. Even though the seeds appeared to be the same shape and size, and the flowers on the packages looked similar, they were genetically different. This genetic variation can lead to differences in how the plants grow and develop. 2. Genetic differences among the seeds can result in variations in traits such as plant height, flower color, and overall growth patterns. 3. As a result, some plants may grow taller or have different characteristics due to the genetic variation present in the seeds, even if they were initially perceived to be the same. Understanding that genetic diversity can lead to differences in how plants grow and develop is key to explaining the variations observed in the garden.