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Sourav PanApril 22, 2025

Which best explains the evolution of gymnosperm plants?

Which best explains the evolution of gymnosperm plants?

Sourav Pan
Sourav PanApril 22, 2025

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Gymnosperms evolved from ancestral seed ferns (Pteridosperms) during the Devonian period. The key evolutionary development was the seed, which allowed plants to reproduce without the need for water, enabling them to colonize drier environments. This adaptation provided a significant advantage over spore-producing plants like ferns and mosses.

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