Question

Angiosperms are classified into monocots and dicots on the basis of the number of _________.

• A. lifecycles
• B. cotyledons
• C. gametes produced
• D. fruits

Answer 1

The correct option is B cotyledons

Angiosperms or flowering plants, are the most abundant and diverse plants on earth. Angiosperms are classified into two groups, namely monocots and dicots based on the number of cotyledons. Monocots have single coyledon in the seed. E.g., banana, cereals, grasses, etc. On the other hand, dicots have two cotyledons in the seed. E.g., pea, rose, cotton, sunflower, etc.