Question

A scientist is observing a gymnosperm. It is a desert shrub with needle-like leaves. The shrub has a deep root system and produces cones. Which gymnosperm is the scientist most likely observing?
A. She is observing a gnetophyte because, unlike other gymnosperms, gnetophytes can grow as shrubs in deserts.
B. She is observing a gnetophyte because, unlike other gymnosperms, gnetophytes can have needle-like leaves and deep root systems.
C. She is observing a ginkgo because, unlike other gymnosperms, ginkgoes can grow as shrubs in deserts.
D. She is observing a ginkgo because, unlike other gymnosperms, ginkgoes can have needle-like leaves and deep root systems.

Answer 1

Answer:The answer is B

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Answer 2

The scientist is observing a gnetophyte because unlike other gymnosperms, gnetophyte can have needle-like leaves and deep root systems.

What are gymnosperm?

• 'Gymnos' means 'n aked' and 's perm' means 'seed'.
• It reproduces by means of an exposed seed or ovule.
• They do not produce fruits and flowers.

What are gnetophyte?

• They belongs to gymnosperm.
• Their leaves become needle-like to reduce transpiration.
• They are vascular plants.
• The reproductive structure are contained within cones.

Hence, the correct option is B. She is observing a gnetophyte because, unlike other gymnosperms, gnetophytes can have needle-like leaves and deep root systems.

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