JAMB Biology 1993 Question 3

Question 3

Plant Kingdom

In which of these features do bryophytes differ from pteridophytes?

  1. A.Absence of flower
  2. B.Alternation of generation
  3. C.Dependence on water for reproduction
  4. D.Presence of a vascular system.
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Answer: D (Presence of a vascular system.)

Explanation

Ferns (pteridophytes) have xylem and phloem but mosses (bryophytes) do not. Both lack flowers, show alternation of generations and need water for fertilisation.