Question

Identify the type of life cycle and the stages.

• A. A- Zygote, B-Spores, C- Diplontic life cycle, D- Gametophyte
• B. A- Zygote, B- Gametophyte, C- Diplontic life cycle, D- Spores
• C. A- Spores, B- Gametophyte, C- Haplo-diplontic life cycle, D- Zygote
• D. A- Gametophyte, B-Zygote, C- Haplontic life cycle, D- Spores

Answer 1

The correct option is C A- Spores, B- Gametophyte, C- Haplo-diplontic life cycle, D- Zygote

The life cycle shown in the diagram is haplo-diplontic, which is seen in bryophytes and pteridophytes. The sporophyte produces spores by the process of meiosis. The haploid spores germinate to form the gametophyte. Gametophyte bear sex organ which produce the male and female gamete. The male gamete reaches the egg cell with the help of water and undergoes fertilisation, to form the diploid zygote. The zygote develops to form the sporophyte.