Plant Diversity · Botany

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Phanerogams that distinguishes them from Cryptogams?

  1. Presence of vascular tissue
  2. Formation of seeds through fertilization
  3. Ability to perform photosynthesis
  4. Presence of a dominant sporophyte generation
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Correct answer: Formation of seeds through fertilization

Phanerogams are 'spermatophytes' or seed-bearing plants. While some Cryptogams like Pteridophytes have vascular tissue, they reproduce via spores rather than seeds.

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