Ferns and pine trees can be classified as different organisms from each other based on whether they have(1 point)

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a vascular system.
a vascular system.

flowers.
flowers.

a nonvascular system.
a nonvascular system.

seeds.

seeds.

Ferns and pine trees can be classified as different organisms based on whether they have a vascular system.

Ferns and pine trees can be classified as different organisms from each other based on whether they have a vascular system.

To determine whether ferns and pine trees have a vascular system, we need to understand the characteristics of a vascular system. A vascular system allows plants to transport water, nutrients, and other substances throughout their bodies. It consists of specialized tissues, such as xylem and phloem, which enable the movement of fluids.

In the case of ferns, they do possess a vascular system. They have xylem and phloem tissues, which help in the transport of water, minerals, and sugars.

On the other hand, pine trees also have a vascular system. They also have xylem and phloem tissues responsible for the transport of water, minerals, and sugars.

Therefore, both ferns and pine trees can be classified as organisms with a vascular system.