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Assertion :Slime moulds are advanced protista. Reason: They form hard resting bodies like fungi.

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Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion.
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Both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion.
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Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.
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Assertion is incorrect but Reason is correct.
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Solution

The correct option is B Both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion.
  • In Slime moulds, the plasmodium differentiates and forms fruiting bodies during unfavourable conditions which bear spores at their tips.
  • They spores possess true walls.
  • They are extremely resistant and survive for many years, even under adverse conditions. Hence they form hard resting bodies like fungi.
  • Slime moulds are saprophytic protist. Hence, Slime moulds are advanced protista.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion'.

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