Ferns and pine trees can be classified as different organisms from each other based whether they have

Answer 1

vascular tissue. Ferns have vascular tissue, specifically xylem and phloem, which allows them to transport water and nutrients throughout their systems. Pine trees also have vascular tissue, which is why they are able to grow tall and transport water and nutrients up their trunks. However, ferns reproduce via spores and do not produce seeds, while pine trees produce seeds.