STANDARD Botany Pteridophytes MCQ Question
Selaginella and Salvinia are considered to represent a significant step toward evolution of seed habit because
Megaspores possess endosperm and embryo surrounded by seed coat
Embryo develops in female gametophyte which is retained on parent sporophyte
Female gametophyte lacks archegonia
Male gametophyte lacks antheridia
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
In Selaginella and Salvinia, the embryo develops within the female gametophyte, which remains attached to the parent sporophyte, a precursor to seed habit.
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