This Venn diagram is being used to compare the characteristics of nonvascular and vascular plants.
Which characteristic is shared by the two plants, and can therefore be placed in the overlapping section?
To determine which characteristic is shared by nonvascular and vascular plants and can be placed in the overlapping section of the Venn diagram, we need to understand the characteristics of each type of plant.
Nonvascular plants, also known as bryophytes, are simple plants that lack the specialized vascular tissues found in vascular plants. They do not have true roots, stems, or leaves. Examples of nonvascular plants include mosses, liverworts, and hornworts.
On the other hand, vascular plants have specialized tissues called xylem and phloem, which allow them to transport water, minerals, and nutrients throughout their bodies. They have true roots, stems, and leaves. Vascular plants include ferns, gymnosperms (such as pine trees), and angiosperms (flowering plants).
Considering these characteristics, the overlapping section of the Venn diagram represents the features that both nonvascular and vascular plants share. One characteristic that is common to both types of plants is the presence of cells with cellulose cell walls. Cellulose is a complex carbohydrate that provides structural support to plant cells. Therefore, the characteristic "cells with cellulose cell walls" can be placed in the overlapping section of the Venn diagram.