Botany-Pteridophytes

NEET Botany Pteridophytes Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

Assertion (A): Pteridophytes have a dominant sporophyte stage in their life cycle. | Reason (R): The sporophyte in pteridophytes is differentiated into true root, stem, and leaves.

A

Both A and R are true, and R explains A.

B

Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.

C

A is true, but R is false.

D

A is false, but R is true.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Pteridophytes are characterized by a dominant sporophyte stage, which is differentiated into true root, stem, and leaves, as stated in the NCERT context. This differentiation supports the assertion that the sporophyte is the main plant structure.

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