What is the main difference between angiosperms and gymnosperms?

Question:

What is the main difference between angiosperms and gymnosperms?

Answer:

The main difference is in their seeds and reproduction. Angiosperms have flowers and fruits to protect seeds, while gymnosperms have cones with exposed seeds.

Key Differences

  • Flowers: Present in angiosperms, absent in gymnosperms.
  • Seed covering: Enclosed in fruits (angiosperms), naked seeds (gymnosperms).
  • Distribution: Angiosperms are more common worldwide.
  • Pollination: Angiosperms use animals, wind, and insects; gymnosperms mostly use wind.

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