Affinities of Gymnosperms PPT: Affinities of Gymnosperms, Similarities between Gymnosperms and Pteridophytes, Difference between Gymnosperms and Pteridophytes, Similarities between Gymnosperms and Angiosperms, Difference between Gymnosperms and Angiosperms, Evolutionary Relationship between Gymnosperms, Pteridophytes and Angiosperms, Learn more: Note on Affinities of Gymnosperms The preview of the PPT on Affinities of Gymnosperms […]
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Classification of Gymnosperms by Sporne
There are many systems of classifications for Gymnosperms in the literature. In the previous post, we discussed the Chamberlain’s System of Classification of Gymnosperms. In this post, we discuss the Sporne’s System of Classification of Gymnosperms (1965). We will also discuss the characteristics of different Classes and Orders in the […]
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Difference between Gymnosperms and Angiosperms
Gymnosperms vs Angiosperms Gymnosperms and Angiosperms are two major groups of Seed Plants (Cryptogams). In the previous post, we discussed the General Characters and Affinities of Gymnosperms. Here, in this post, we will discuss the Similarities and Difference between Gymnosperm and Angiosperm. Similarities between Gymnosperms and Angiosperms Ø The main […]
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Affinities of Gymnosperms with Pteridophytes and Angiosperms
Learning objectives: Evolutionary relationships and affinities of Gymnosperms with Pteridophytes and Angiosperms; Similarities and Differences between Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms; Similarities and Differences between Gymnosperms and Angiosperms. Affinities of Gymnosperms Ø Gymnosperms are considered as a bridge between Pteridophytes and Angiosperms. Ø They share many features with Pteridophytes and Angiosperms. Similarities […]
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Economic Importance of Gymnosperms
The Gymnosperms are with high economic importance to mankind. For easy understanding, the economic importance of Gymnosperms can be categorized in the following heads: Economic Importance of Gymnosperms Food Value Medicinal Value Timber Value Source of Oil Industrial Value Ornamental Value Other Uses (1). Food Value Ø Cycads are a […]
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