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Why do some plants have thorns or spines?

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Plants develop thorns or spines as a defense mechanism to protect themselves from herbivores or predators. Thorns and spines act as a physical barrier to deter animals from feeding on the plant's leaves or stems, helping the plant to survive and reproduce.

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