Question

In several fungi and plants the bisexual condition is denoted by

• A. Homothallic and monoecious
• B. Heterothallic and Monoecious
• C. Homothallic and dioecious
• D. Heterothallic and dioecious

Answer 1

The correct option is A Homothallic and monoecious

There are different terms used to describe the bisexual condition in different species. In several fungi, the bisexual condition is denoted by Homothallic. It indicates presence of both the male and female reproductive organs on same thallus. In several plants, the bisexual condition is denoted by Monoecious. It indicates the presence of both male and female reproductive organs on the same plant body.

Thus, the correct answer is 'Homothallic and monoecious.'