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BOT 102 Fundamentals of Vascular Plant Anatomy and Classification Objective Question

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Which of the following describes a pteridophyte according to the document?
Options
A A vascular plant that reproduces by means of flowers and seeds.
B A non-vascular plant that reproduces by means of spores.
C A vascular plant that reproduces by means of spores, without flowers or seeds.
Correct Answer
D A seed plant that reproduces using cones.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to page 11, 'A pteridophyte is a vascular plant that reproduces by means of spores. Because pteridophytes produce neither flowers nor seeds, they are sometimes referred to as 'cryptogams''.

Hint

Think about how pteridophytes reproduce and what structures they lack compared to more advanced plants.

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