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What are the major divisions in the Plantae ? What is the basis for these divisions ?

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The major divisions in Kingdom Plantae are :
`to` Thallophyta
`to` Bryophyta
`to` Pteridophyta
`to` Gymnosperms
`to` Angiosperms
The following points constitute the basis of these divisions:
`to` Whether the plant body has well differentiated, distinct component.
`to` whether the differentiated plant body has special tissues for the transport of water and other substances.
`to` The ability to bear seeds.
`to` Whether the seeds are enclosed within fruits.
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