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What trait do ferns have that mosses do not?
Mosses are non-vascular plants whereas ferns are vascular. In ferns Sporophyte is dominant but in mosses gametophyte is dominant generation. Ferns have definite roots but in mosses leaves and roots are mostly false.
Do ferns have roots stems and leaves?
Mosses do not have any of those three structures for that would mean it would be a vascular plant. A moss does contain rhizoids which are root-like structures, but roots are defined as having xylem and phloem, which mosses certainly do not have.
Which part of a plant connects the roots to the other plant parts?
The stem, except in some ferns, like Azolla, where the leaves are directly attached to the roots.
What plants has roots stems and leaves but does not produce seeds?
Examples of plants that have roots, stems, and leaves but do not produce seeds are flowers. Flowers have roots, stems, and leaves; and reproduce by pollination with the help of bees, and other insects.
Are xylem in ferns?
Yes, ferns have xylem tissue. Xylem is responsible for transporting water and minerals from the roots to other parts of the plant, including the fronds (leaves) in ferns. It provides structural support and helps in maintaining the shape and structure of the plant.
What is the major difference between fern with the fern allies?
The major difference between ferns and fern allies is their reproductive structures. Ferns reproduce through spores produced in clusters called sori on the underside of their fronds, while fern allies reproduce through strobili or cones. Additionally, ferns have true roots, stems, and leaves, whereas fern allies lack true roots and leaves.
What phylum does a plant with an underground stem that bears roots and and leaves called fronds fall into?
The plant you're describing belongs to the phylum Pteridophyta. This phylum includes ferns, which have underground stems (rhizomes) that bear roots and fronds (leaves).
Do ferns absorb water or repel it?
Ferns primarily absorb water through their roots and leaves, utilizing it for photosynthesis and other physiological processes. While their leaves may have a waxy cuticle that can help reduce water loss, they do not repel water entirely; instead, they are adapted to efficiently take in moisture from their environment. In humid conditions, ferns can absorb water directly through their leaves as well.
Does fern grow on the ground?
The structure that fern roots grow from are rhizomes.
What are some characteristics of phylum pterophyta?
Pterophyta, or ferns, are nonflowering vascular plants characterized by roots, stems, and leaves. They reproduce through spores and have a lifecycle with two distinct phases: the sporophyte and gametophyte. Ferns typically have large, compound leaves with well-defined leaf veins.
Why are ferns plants?
Ferns are plants because they contain all the characteristics of a plant. Ferns have a stem leaves and roots which are all plant components. Additionally ferns have embryonic embryos and spores which are a type of seed and are used for reproduction. Ferns also undergo photosynthesis the process of converting light energy into chemical energy. Finally ferns are classified as plants because they are multicellular and contain cells with a cell wall. In summary all of the characteristics of a fern make it a plant. These characteristics include: Stem Leaves Roots Embryonic embryos Spores Photosynthesis Multicellular Cells with a cell wallThese properties make ferns a type of plant.
Do ferns have deep roots compared to other types of plants?
Ferns typically have shallow roots compared to other types of plants.
