Question

Which among the following statement is correct with respect to kingdom Plantae?

• A. Pteridophytes are phanerogams.
• B. Angiosperms are known as the amphibians of plant kingdom.
• C. Algae are thalloid organisms.
• D. Gymnosperms are also known as flowering plants.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Algae are thalloid organisms.

• Plants belonging to division Pteridophyta are cryptogams. Since, they have hidden reproductive organs.
• Bryophytes are known as the amphibians of the plant kingdom. They are land plants which require water for atleast one phase of their life cycle.
• Algae do not have a well-differentiated plant body (thallus like form). They belong to divsion Thallophyta.
• Angiosperms are known as the flowering plants. They bear flowers and the seeds are enclosed by fruits.