Question

Select the correct statement.

• A. Gymnosperms are both homosporous and heterosporous.
• B. Marsilea, Ginkgo and Pinus all are gymnosperms.
• C. The leaves of gymnosperms are not well adapted to extremes of climate.
• D. Sequoia is the tallest gymnosperm and is known as the father of the forest.

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All gymnosperms are heterosporous. Marsilea is Pteridophyta but Ginkgo and Pinus are gymnosperms. Leaves of gymnosperms are well adapted to extremes of climate; they show xeric adaption and they survive for a few years.