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Why are plants important? Plants play a critical role in the ecosystem. During
photosynthesis, plants convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, which humans and other animals
need to stay alive. Also, the moisture that evaporates from the leaves of plants accounts for 10%
of the water in the atmosphere. Plants are an important source of nutrients for animals, including
people.
All plant parts are represented in our diet. Radishes and carrots are the roots of plants,
celery is a stem, and spinach and lettuce are leaves. Squash, cucumber, and tomatoes are all
fruits. They are very delicious. We eat them fresh or cooked. Peas and corn are seeds. They give
us useful energy. And we also eat the beautiful flowers of broccoli and cauliflower plants.
Plants provide shelter for many living things. Insects, birds, and other animals make their
homes in large and small plants. People use products produced by plants including lumber to
build their homes. Many other valuable products including medicines, cotton, rubber, and paper
are derived from plants. Even coal comes from ancient, decayed plant matter. Plants also are
important sources of worldwide income. People earn huge income by growing and selling
materials that come from plants. So many careers involve with plants as well. Farmers,
landscapers, and forest rangers must know a great deal about plants. So must chefs, textile
designers, home and boat builders, botanists, and numerous other professionals.
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