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Because plants have a large proportion of dead cells and do not move, their energy needs are generally:

Question
Because plants have a large proportion of dead cells and do not move, their energy needs are generally:
Very high, requiring fast transport systems
Low, allowing relatively slow transport systems
Zero, requiring no transport
Variable depending on colour
Answer
Low, allowing relatively slow transport systems
Detailed Explanation
Since plants do not move and have many dead cells, they have low energy needs and can rely on relatively slow transport systems compared to animals.
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