Glencoe Biology

Section 3: Seedless Vascular Plants

Self-Check Quizzes

1
A ____ is a cluster of spore-bearing structures.
A)lycophyte
B)cotyledons
C)rhizome
D)strobilus
2
Plants such as club mosses that anchor to treetops are called ____.
A)ferns
B)epiphytes
C)strobili
D)rhizomes
3
Based on this information, what evolutionary similarities do seedless vascular plants and gymnosperms have?

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A)have vascular tissues
B)produce seeds
C)produce flowers
D)lack a common ancestor
4
What major benefit do lycophytes have for humans?
A)provide vaccines
B)provide a bioindicator
C)provide coal
D)provide decorative house plants
5
How has the evolution of vascular tissues improved the adaptability of plants?
A)prevented osmosis
B)improved adaptability to wet areas
C)prevented gas exchange in plants
D)improved adaptability to dry areas
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