Question

Give two examples of gymnosperms.

Answer 1

Gymnosperms:

1. The term Gymnosperms is a Greek word meaning ‘ naked seed.’
2. The naked seeds are seeds that have their ovules (female plant sex gamete) exposed on megasporophylls, which is a leaf-like structure.
3. The ovules are not present inside an ovary.
4. They have a completely developed vascular system, i.e., developed xylem and phloem for the transport of food and water.
5. Eg, Thuja, Cedrus, Abies, Larix, Cycas, Pinus, etc.