State whether the following statement is true or false:
Cryptogamae means those with open reproductive organs.
Cryptogamae means those with open reproductive organs.
(FALSE) The statement is False.
Cryptogamae is derived from the Greek words 'kryptos' (hidden) and 'gamos' (marriage).
Therefore,Cryptogamae refers to plants with 'hidden' or 'inconspicuous' reproductive organs,not open ones.
Plants with visible or open reproductive organs are known as Phanerogamae.
Cryptogamae is derived from the Greek words 'kryptos' (hidden) and 'gamos' (marriage).
Therefore,Cryptogamae refers to plants with 'hidden' or 'inconspicuous' reproductive organs,not open ones.
Plants with visible or open reproductive organs are known as Phanerogamae.
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