Question

Mosses reproduce sexually by the process of

• A. Alternation of generations
• B. Sporophyte generation
• C. Vegetative reproduction
• D. Gametophyte reproduction
• E. Binary fission

Answer 1

The correct option is D Gametophyte reproduction

Gametophytes of mosses bear antheridia and female archegonia that form sperm cells and egg respectively. Fertilization of these haploid gametes produces a diploid zygote that divides mitotically to produce a multicellular embryo. The embryo finally develops into the mature sporophyte. Sporophyte of mosses reproduces asexually by haploid spores that germinate to form haploid gametophyte. Thus, the correct answer is D.