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How did gymnosperms evolve?


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Gymnosperms:

  1. Gymnosperms fall under the plant kingdom and include plants whose ovules are not contained within an ovary wall.
  2. These plants don't produce flowers and are usually found in cold regions.
  3. Examples of gymnosperms are cycas, cedrus, araucaria, and pinus.

Evolution of gymnosperms:

  1. The first gymnosperms appeared in the Paleozoic era and Gingko biloba was the first-ever gymnosperm.
  2. They are the first true seed plants and contain structures known as cupules that protected the ovule.
  3. Though angiosperms are the advanced form of plants, gymnosperms dominate several ecosystems such as the boreal and alpine forests.

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