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Question
Excluding Fungi, which groups are typically included under the collective name 'Cryptogams' as non-seed bearing plants according to the document?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The document states, 'Cryptogam is a collective name that includes the fungi, algae, lichen... bryophytes... and pteridophytes'. It also notes fungi are often treated as a separate kingdom. Therefore, within the plant kingdom context, Algae, Bryophytes, and Pteridophytes are the key groups.
Hint
Recall the major divisions of lower plants that reproduce by spores and lack seeds.