Q35 / 160 · JIPMER 2012 · Botany

Prothallus of the fern produces

  • A
    spores
  • B
    gametes
  • Correct answer
    C
    Both (1) and (2)
  • D
    cones

Solution

Prothallus is a small, flattened, multicellular structure that represents the independent gametophyte generation of a fern. The prothalli bear antheridia (male sex organs) and archegonia (female sex organs) which produce male and female gametes, respectively.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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