Pteridophyte Trivia

The general characteristics of pteridophytes include being the first true land plants in the evolution of the plant kingdom, exhibiting a well-defined heteromorphic alternation of generations, having the diploid sporophyte as the dominant phase in the life cycle, and differentiating into stem, root, and leaves with an internal conducting system consisting of xylem and phloem.

Some examples of pteridophytes include ferns and horsetails.

Pteridophytes can mostly be found in damp and shady places.

<p>The sporophyte is an independent plant and is free from the gametophyte at maturity, while the gametophyte is either fully or partially dependent on the sporophyte for its nutrition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The internal conducting system, consisting of xylem and phloem, allows for the transport of water, nutrients, and organic compounds throughout the plant, enabling the growth and development of pteridophytes.</p> Signup and view all the answers