DENDROLOGY AND SOCIETY
FAMILIES OF GYMNOSPERM
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Question
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Select ALL that are NOT general characteristics of gymnosperms.
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They have seeds that are not enclosed in a protective fruit.
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They have seeds that are enclosed in a protective fruit.
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They mostly have narrow needle-like leaves.
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They have flowers.
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They have deep-growing root systems.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Gymnosperms produce seeds (Figure 8.1. 1) and, together with flowering plants, constitute the seed plants. Although gymnosperms do not produce flowers and fruits, they still have embryos enclosed in a protective barrier or seed coat.
Detailed explanation-2: -Gymnosperms are seed plants adapted to life on land; thus, they are autotrophic, photosynthetic organisms that tend to conserve water. They have a vascular system (used for the transportation of water and nutrients) that includes roots, xylem, and phloem.
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