What Evidence Do Paleobotanists Look for That Indicates the Movement

Question

What evidence do paleobotanists look for that indicates the movement of plants from water to land?
A) vascular tissue to conduct water and sugars
B) remnants of chloroplasts from photosynthesizing cells
C) sporopollenin to inhibit evaporation from leaves
D) loss of structures that produce spores
E) waxy cuticle to increase evaporation from leaves

Accepted Answer

Paleobotanists look for evidence of vascular tissue, which is crucial for conducting water and nutrients, indicating adaptation to terrestrial life.