Question

Resemblances between algae and bryophytes include

• A. Presence of root-like, stem-like and leaf-like structures
• B. Thallus-like plant body, lack of vascular tissue, autotrophic nutrition
• C. Thallus-like plant body, presence of vascular tissue, autotrophic nutrition
• D. Presence of roots, heterotrophic nutrition

Answer 1

The correct option is B Thallus-like plant body, lack of vascular tissue, autotrophic nutrition

The resemblances between algae and bryophytes are given below:
(i) Algae and bryophytes both are autotrophic.
(ii) Algal plant body is a thallus, like many bryophytes (Hepaticeae and Anthocerotae).
(iii) In both, the reserve food material is generally starch.
(iv) Both lack vascular tissues.

(v) Water is essential for fertilization in algae as well as in bryophytes.

So, the correct answer is 'Thallus-like plant body, lack of vascular tissue, autotrophic nutrition'.