AIPMT MAINS2011Zoology-Plant Reproduction

AIPMT MAINS 2011 Zoology Seed Evolution MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Selaginella and Salvinia are considered to represent a significant step toward evolution of seed habit because

A

Megaspores possess endosperm and embryo surrounded by seed coat

B

Embryo develops in female gametophyte which is retained on parent sporophyte

C

Female gametophyte is free and gets dispersed like seeds

D

Female gametophyte lacks archegonia

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Both are heterosporous genera; archegonia are present in both cases.

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