The Haphazard Evolution of the Plants

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The book explores the evolution of biological science, particularly the understanding of cellular structure in plants and animals. It challenges the notion that plants are independent organisms by examining lichens, which are symbiotic relationships between fungi and algae. The author argues that plants may similarly arise from a symbiotic mix of Oomycetes and algae, suggesting that the classification of plants as singular entities is flawed. This perspective invites readers to reconsider the fundamental definitions of life forms and their interdependencies in nature.