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BOT 102 GENERAL CLASSIFICATION OF PLANTS Objective Question
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What is a defining characteristic of a Cryptogam?
Options
A It reproduces by seeds, flowers, and fruits.
B It is a plant that reproduces by spores, without flowers or seeds.
Correct Answer
C It is an animal that lives in hidden places.
D It is a type of fungus that only reproduces asexually.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document defines a Cryptogam as 'a plant that reproduces by spores, without flowers or seeds' and further explains that 'no seed is produced, thus cryptogams represent the non-seed bearing plants.'

Hint

The Greek root 'kryptos' means 'hidden', referring to their reproduction.

Question Info

Course: BOT 102
Topic: GENERAL CLASSIFICATION OF PLANTS
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 220 of 769
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