Blog Post #5

These plants, our plants are in fact living. How? The answer is somewhat simple. The proof that our plants are in fact alive is shown in photosynthesis. The plant takes in rays of light from the sun and transforms it into energy. It also takes in carbon dioxide and water and releases oxygen. This transformation of chemicals within the plant proves that it is alive. If the plant was dying then it would turn a different color. The plant is a vibrant green because inside it is chloroplast which is used in photosynthesis, photosynthesis makes energy, if the plant does not make energy the chloroplasts will die off and the plant will turn brown.

Besides being able to produce its own energy, the plant has grown significantly. The seeds were extremely tiny and now it’s healthy and normal. Another way we can measure how the plant has grown is in color. When the plants first sprouted they were light green and now they are darker and still getting darker. Although the plant might not have obvious indications that it is alive, such as pulse or reactions to threats, there are several observations to be made that we can utilize to tell if the plant is mean or not.