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The term gymnosperm comes from Greek words meaning

  • A Covered seed
  • B Naked seed
  • C Large seed
  • D Many seeds

Correct answer: B. Naked seed

Explanation: Gymnosperm = Greek 'gymnos' (naked) + 'sperma' (seed). This refers to the exposed seeds not enclosed in a fruit, unlike angiosperms (angio = vessel/covered).

Concept context

Classification of plants from algae to angiosperms. Understanding plant diversity is essential for NEET.

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