Can spore be thought of as plants in storage? Why or why not?

Question

Can spore be thought of as plants in storage? Why or why not?

Answer 1

A spore is a reproductive structure that is adapted for dispersal and surviving for extended periods of time in unfavorable conditions.

But it's not just for PLANTS ! There's also bacteria and other life forms that  produce spores.

there's even theories that say life on earth might have partially been started by spores coming from space. for more read here:

http://www.science-frontiers.com/sf042/s...