Can plants sense, communicate, and remember? This paper explores the controversial and fascinating field of plant intelligence, examining the evidence for complex behaviors that challenge our traditional definitions of cognition.
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1. Introduction
The notion that plants could possess a form of intelligence has long been dismissed, but emerging research is forcing a re-evaluation. This paper delves into the evidence for plant communication, sensory capabilities, and memory, questioning where the boundaries of cognition truly lie. This page is a placeholder and will be updated with more content soon.
1.1. Background
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1.2. Research Questions
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2. Methodology
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2.1. Data Collection
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2.2. Data Analysis
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3. Results
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4. Discussion
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5. Conclusion
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6. References
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