What is the difference between growth and development in animals versus plants?

Here is the difference between growth and development in animals as opposed to plants: In animals: Growth refers to the irreversible increase in size and mass of an organism, primarily due to an increase in the number and size of cells. Animal growth is generally determinate*, meaning it stops once the organism reaches a certain size or age. Development encompasses all the changes an animal undergoes from conception (or fertilization) to death. This includes cell differentiation, organ formation, maturation, and often distinct stages like embryonic development, larval stages, metamorphosis (in some species), and aging. Animal development follows a relatively fixed body plan. In contrast to plants: Plants exhibit indeterminate growth*, meaning they continue to grow throughout their lives, primarily at specific regions called meristems. Plant development also involves the continuous formation of new organs (like leaves, stems, and flowers) throughout their lifespan, which is less common in animals with their more fixed body plans. 3 done, 2 left today. You're making progress.