Question:
Both pteridophytes and bryophytes lack flowers and seeds, yet they are placed in different groups. Explain this classification using their key features.
Answer:
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Although both pteridophytes and bryophytes lack flowers and seeds, they differ significantly in several key features that justify their placement in separate groups:
| Feature | Bryophyta | Pteridophyta |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Vascular tissues | Absent (no xylem/phloem) | Present (xylem and phloem) |
| (2) True roots, stem, leaves | Absent; rhizoids present | Present |
| (3) Body organisation | Simple differentiation; | Well-differentiated; |
| (4) Dominant life stage | Haploid | Diploid |
