Question

Which of the following statements is incorrect about gymnosperms?

(1) Their seeds are not covered

(2) They are heterosporous

(3) Male and female gametophytes are free living

(4) Most of them have narrow leaves with thick cuticle

Answer 1

Answer (3) Male and female gametophytes are free living

Sol. Gymnosperms have naked seeds. All of them are heterosporous. Male and female gametophytes do not have independent existence hence are not free living.