The following data were collected on two species of plants from the same genus:
Plant 1
Percent Water Composition = 90%
Photosynthetic Mechanism = C4
Plant 2
Percent Water Composition = 32%
Photosynthetic Mechanism = C3
Based on this information, which statement is likely true?
A. Both plants inhabit the same environment.
B. Plant 1 has evolved mechanisms for storing large quantities of water.
C. Plant 2 has evolved mechanisms for storing carbon dioxide.
D. The plants are competing for the same ecological niche.
