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BotanyPlant KingdomBryophytesMedium2 minPYQ_2023
BotanyMediumsingle choice
Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : The first stage of gametophyte in the life cycle of moss is protonema stage.
Reason (R): Protonema develops directly from spores produced in capsule.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
NEET 2023 (All India)
Options:
Answer:
B
Solution:
The predominant stage of the life cycle of a moss is the gametophyte which consists of two stages. The first stage is the protonema stage, which develops directly from a spore. Capsule of the sporophyte contains spore which gives rise to protonema. Thus, reason correctly explains the assertion.
Stream:NEETSubject:BotanyTopic:Plant KingdomSubtopic:Bryophytes
⏱ 2mℹ️ Source: PYQ_2023
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