Which plant would be healthier, image 1 (on the left) or image 2 (on the right)? Why? Complete the following questions to create a CER statement (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning).

Question

Part A: State your claim as to which plant is healthier.

(1 point)
Responses

A. Plant image 1 is healthier.
A. Plant image 1 is healthier.

B. Plant image 2 is healthier.
B. Plant image 2 is healthier.

C. Neither plant is healthy.
C. Neither plant is healthy.

D. Both plants are equally healthy.

Answer 1

As I do not have access to the images, I'm unable to directly analyze the health of the plants in question. However, you can make the claim based on observations such as color, leaf condition, growth patterns, and any signs of pests or disease. Here’s how you might structure the rest of your CER statement based on your observations:

Claim: (Choose A, B, C, or D based on your assessment of the images)

Evidence: (Provide specific observations from the images that support your claim. For example, "Plant image 1 has vibrant green leaves with no discoloration, while plant image 2 has yellowing leaves and some wilting.")

Reasoning: (Explain why your evidence supports your claim. For example, "Healthy plants typically have bright green leaves which indicate good photosynthesis and nutrient uptake. The yellowing leaves on plant image 2 suggest nutrient deficiencies or other health issues, making it less healthy than plant image 1.")

Choose your claim and fill in the evidence and reasoning accordingly!