bio plant quiz

evolution of land plants from green algae

Vascular tissue, seeds, pollen, flowers, and fruits.

Define the key traits of plants.

Photosynthesis, cell walls made of cellulose, and alternation of generations.

What are Embryophytes?

Plants that protect their embryos within the parent plant, crucial for survival on land.

the importance of cell walls in plants

They are made of cellulose, providing structure and preventing water loss.

process plants use to convert sunlight into energy

Photosynthesis, which converts sunlight, water, and CO₂ into sugars and releases oxygen.

four divisions of plants

Bryophytes, Pteridophytes, Gymnosperms, and Angiosperms.

Characteristics of Bryophytes

Non-vascular, reproduce via spores, and require water to reproduce.

Gymnosperms

They have naked seeds and reproduce with cones.

Characteristics of Angiosperms

Covered seeds, and they produce flowers and fruits.

Difference between Bryophytes and Ferns

Bryophytes lack vascular tissue, while ferns possess it and reproduce via spores.

difference between Angiosperms and Gymnosperms

Angiosperms have covered seeds, while Gymnosperms have naked seeds.

Examples of Bryophytes

Moss and liverworts.

examples of pteridophytes

Ferns and horsetails.

examples of Gymnosperms

Pine, cycad, Ginkgo biloba.

Examples of Angiosperms?

Sunflower, oak, silver maple, andromeda.