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Venn Diagrams
A Venn diagram is a graphic organizer that is used to display the similarities and
differences between items that are being studied. Usually, two circles are drawn with
their middle sections overlapping. Each circle is then labeled with the name of one
of the two subjects being studied. The differences are listed in the part of each circle
that does not overlap. The similarities are listed in the intersection between the two
circles. Sometimes more than two circles are used. For example, if three items are
being studied, the Venn diagram will have three overlapping circles.
Comparing Plants and Animals
Differences
Plant
makes its
own food
releases
oxygen
uses carbon
dioxide
Animal

cannot
make its
own food
releases
carbon dioxide
uses
oxygen
living organism
made up of cells
needs energy
to survive
Similarities
Description