Question

Select the correct combination of the statements(1- 4) regarding characteristics of pteridophytes.

(1) They are the first group of plants to possess vascular tissues.

(2) Their gametophytes are differentiated into true roots, stem and leaves.

(3) The dominant phase in the life cycle is sporophyte.

(4) Unlike bryophytes, they do not require water for the process of fertilization.

• A. 1 and 2
• B. 1 and 3
• C. 2 and 4
• D. 3 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is B

1 and 3

The pteridophytes include horsetails and ferns. Pteridophytes are used for medicinal purposes and as soil-binders. Pteridophytes are the first group to possess vascular tissues. In bryophytes, the dominant phase in the life cycle is the gametophytic plant body. However, in pteridophytes, the main plant body is a sporophyte which is differentiated into true root, stem and leaves.