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BOT 102 General Classification and Taxonomy of Plants Objective Question

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A distinct difference in the phloem of Gymnosperms compared to Angiosperms is the absence of:
Options
A Sieve cells
B Tracheids
C Companion cells
Correct Answer
D Chlorophyll
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The phloem of Gymnosperms does not have companion cells.

Hint

These cells 'accompany' the sieve elements in higher plants.

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