Multiple choice Which of the following organisms lack vascular tissues? Thallophytes Angiosperms Gymnosperms Pteridophytes Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Thallophytes (algae, fungi) lack vascular tissues (xylem and phloem) - they absorb water and nutrients directly through their body surface. Angiosperms, Gymnosperms, and Pteridophytes all possess well-developed vascular systems for transport.