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During photosynthesis, the plants trap the sun%u2019s energy. This energy is passed onto human beings and animals when they eat the plants. So, energy flows from the sun to plants and then to animals and human beings.PARASITESThere are some plants that depend on other plants for their food. They are called parasites. Let us know about some of them.The dodder plant does not have any chlorophyll. So, it cannot make its food. It grows on other plants and gets its food. It is a total parasite. The mistletoe however, has chlorophyll. But, it makes only some of its food and depends on other plants for water and nutrients. It is a partial parasite.Venus Fly Trap Pitcher Plantdodder mistletoeINSECTIVOROUS PLANTSThere are some plants that feed on insects. It%u2019s strange, but true. Plants that eat insects are called insectivorous plants. They also have chlorophyll in their leaves. So, they can make their own food too.The world of plants is indeed fascinating.You will learn more about them in your higher classes.Rafflesia plant that bears the largest flower is a parasite.Did you know?Why do insectivorous plants eat insects if they can perform photosynthesis?CheckpointArrow-Puffin-4_Semester-1 Science 225