What is the term for a plant that produces a seed without a protective cover?

A. Protostome

B. Angiosperm

C. Gymnosperm

D. Deuterostome

C. Gymnosperm

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The correct option is C. Gymnosperm

Explanation:

Gymnosperms can be described as plants which produce seed but lack fruit. Unlike the angiosperms, these species do not have protective layers around their seeds. Examples of gymnosperms include conifers, cycads etc. Conifers are the most abundant type of gymnosperms. Along with seeds, gymnosperms are also known to produce cones. Gymnosperms do not produce flowers. Unlike the angiosperms, the gymnosperms do not have cotyledons and the endosperm of gymnosperms is haploid.