Which of the following is the characteristic of gymnosperms ?
They are homosporous
Sporophyte is dependent on gametophyte
Male and female gametophytes do not have indepedent free living existence
Ovules are enclosed by ovary
Characteristics of gymosperms -
1-Ovules are not enclosed by any ovary wall and remain exposed before and after fertilization.
2-Heterosporus, haploid microspores and megaspores.
3-Seeds are naked, not present inside fruits.
4-Leaves are generally dimorphic, foliage and sealed.
5-Endosperm is gametophytic, i.e always haploid.
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Male and female gametophytes do not have independent free living existence rather they are fully dependent on sporophytes