Angiosperms and Gymnosperms

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What are angiosperms?

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Angiosperms are seed plants that produce flowers and fruits.

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What are gymnosperms?

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Gymnosperms are seed plants that do not produce flowers or fruits; their seeds are often found in cones.

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What is a seed?

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A seed is a small, embryonic plant enclosed in a protective outer covering.

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What is pollen?

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Pollen is a fine powder produced by flowering plants that contains male gametes.

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What is a cone?

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A cone is a reproductive structure found in gymnosperms that contains seeds.

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What is a flower?

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A flower is the reproductive structure of angiosperms, often colorful and fragrant.

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What is fruit?

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Fruit is the mature ovary of a flower, usually containing seeds.

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What is the main difference between angiosperms and gymnosperms?

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The main difference is that angiosperms have flowers and fruits, while gymnosperms do not.

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What do gymnosperms use to reproduce?

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Gymnosperms reproduce using cones.

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Are ferns angiosperms or gymnosperms?

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Ferns are neither; they are seedless vascular plants.