Select the correct statement.

Select the correct statement.
A $Salvinia$, $Ginkgo$ and $Pinus$ all are gymnosperms.
B $Sequoia$ is one of the tallest trees.
C The leaves of gymnosperms are not well adapted to extremes of climate.
D Gymnosperms are both homosporous and heterosporous.

Explanation

$Sequoia$ (redwood) is among the tallest trees.

Detailed Solution

Gymnosperms have naked seeds not enclosed in fruits. $Sequoia$ is a giant redwood tree, one of the tallest tree species.

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