Which feature is believed to have been the first step in the evolution of land plants from the green algae?
A) protection of the embryo
B) evolution of vascular tissue
C) evolution of microphylls
D) evolution of seeds
E) evolution of flowers in order to attract pollinators

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Protection of the embryo is considered a fundamental step in the evolution of land plants from their green algae ancestors. This adaptation allowed plants to reproduce and develop in the challenging terrestrial environment, where water is not always readily available for fertilization and development of the embryo.

Which Feature Is Believed to Have Been the First Step