Thallophytes: Characteristics and Types
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What is a characteristic of thallophytes?

  • They are always found in terrestrial environments
  • They are non-motile, non-flagellated, and non-ciliated (correct)
  • They have a complex body structure
  • They have true roots, stems, and leaves

    • All thallophytes are unicellular.

    False

    What is the main body of a thallophyte plant?

    Thallus

    Lichens are formed by a symbiotic relationship between fungi and __________.

    <p>algae or cyanobacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of thallophytes with their characteristics:

    <p>Algae = Aquatic, simple, and multicellular Fungi = Heterotrophic, decomposers, and parasites Lichens = Symbiotic relationships between fungi and algae or cyanobacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common method of reproduction in thallophytes?

    <p>Vegetative reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes angiosperms from gymnosperms?

    <p>Angiosperms produce flowers and fruits, whereas gymnosperms produce cones and do not produce flowers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between monocots and dicots in terms of their seedling structures?

    <p>Monocots have one cotyledon, while dicots have two cotyledons in their seedlings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common feature among all gymnosperms?

    <p>All gymnosperms produce seeds that are not enclosed in an ovary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between conifers and cycads in terms of their leaf structures?

    <p>Conifers have needle-like leaves, while cycads have palm-like leaves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate percentage of plant species that belong to the angiosperm group?

    <p>Around 90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common feature among all angiosperms in terms of their vascular tissues?

    <p>All angiosperms have vascular tissues, including xylem and phloem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of ginkgoes among the gymnosperm group?

    <p>Ginkgoes have fan-shaped leaves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Thallophyte

    Characteristics:

    • Non-motile, non-flagellated, and non-ciliated
    • Lack true roots, stems, and leaves
    • Body is not differentiated into organs
    • Thallus is the main body of the plant
    • Often found in aquatic environments

    Types of Thallophytes:

    • Algae:
      • Aquatic, simple, and multicellular
      • Can be unicellular or multicellular
      • Examples: Chlamydomonas, Spirogyra, and Ulva
    • Fungi:
      • Heterotrophic, decomposers, and parasites
      • Obtain nutrients by decomposing organic matter or forming symbiotic relationships
      • Examples: Yeast, Molds, and Mushrooms
    • Lichens:
      • Symbiotic relationships between fungi and algae or cyanobacteria
      • Fungus provides protection, while algae or cyanobacteria photosynthesize
      • Examples: Crustose, Foliose, and Fruticose lichens

    Reproduction:

    • Vegetative reproduction: fragmentation, budding, or vegetative propagation
    • Spore formation: produce spores that can germinate into new individuals
    • Sexual reproduction: some thallophytes exhibit sexual reproduction, but it's not as common as vegetative reproduction

    Thallophyte Characteristics

    • Thallophytes are non-motile, non-flagellated, and non-ciliated organisms.
    • They lack true roots, stems, and leaves, and their body is not differentiated into organs.
    • The main body of the plant is called the thallus.
    • Thallophytes are often found in aquatic environments.

    Types of Thallophytes

    Algae

    • Algae are aquatic, simple, and multicellular organisms.
    • They can be unicellular or multicellular.
    • Examples of algae include Chlamydomonas, Spirogyra, and Ulva.

    Fungi

    • Fungi are heterotrophic, decomposers, and parasites.
    • They obtain nutrients by decomposing organic matter or forming symbiotic relationships.
    • Examples of fungi include yeast, molds, and mushrooms.

    Lichens

    • Lichens are symbiotic relationships between fungi and algae or cyanobacteria.
    • The fungus provides protection, while algae or cyanobacteria photosynthesize.
    • Examples of lichens include crustose, foliose, and fruticose lichens.

    Reproduction

    • Thallophytes can reproduce through vegetative reproduction, which involves fragmentation, budding, or vegetative propagation.
    • They can also reproduce through spore formation, where they produce spores that can germinate into new individuals.
    • Some thallophytes exhibit sexual reproduction, but it's not as common as vegetative reproduction.

    Plant Kingdom

    Angiosperms

    • Largest group of plants, comprising around 90% of all plant species
    • Produce flowers and fruits
    • Seeds are enclosed in an ovary
    • Vascular tissues (xylem and phloem) present
    • Examples: roses, daisies, grasses, and trees like apple and cherry

    Characteristics of Angiosperms

    • Floral reproductive organs
    • Fruits develop from ovaries
    • Embryo has two cotyledons in most species

    Types of Angiosperms

    Monocots

    • One cotyledon in the seedling
    • Leaves usually have parallel veins
    • Stem vascular tissues are scattered
    • Examples: grasses, lilies, and orchids

    Dicots

    • Two cotyledons in the seedling
    • Leaves usually have net-like veins
    • Stem vascular tissues are arranged in a ring
    • Examples: roses, apples, and beans

    Gymnosperms

    • Seeds are not enclosed in an ovary
    • Produce cones instead of flowers
    • Vascular tissues (xylem and phloem) present
    • Examples: pines, spruces, and cycads

    Characteristics of Gymnosperms

    • Seeds are exposed on the surface of scales
    • Cones are reproductive structures
    • Embryo has two cotyledons

    Types of Gymnosperms

    Conifers

    • Produce cones and have needle-like leaves
    • Examples: pines, spruces, and firs

    Cycads

    • Produce cones and have palm-like leaves
    • Examples: cycad palms and sagos

    Ginkgoes

    • Produce cones and have fan-shaped leaves
    • Examples: ginkgo biloba

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