JAMB Biology 1987 Question 5

Question 5

Plant Kingdom

A characteristic that distinguishes bryophytes from flowering plants is the

  1. A.possession of true stems and leaves
  2. B.ability to reproduce asexually
  3. C.absence of vascular tissues
  4. D.ability to grow in moist habitats.
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Answer: C (absence of vascular tissues)

Explanation

Bryophytes have no xylem or phloem, while flowering plants have well-developed vascular tissues.