Question

Spirogyra seen in ponds multiplies through spore formation.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Fragmentation:

1. Fragmentation is defined as the type of asexual reproduction in which the breaking of the parent organism takes place to give rise to the new plants.
2. Filamentous green alga Spirogyra, reproduces by this method and spreads over large areas of the pond over a short period of time.

Spore formation:

1. In fungi like bread molds, asexual reproduction occurs through spore formation.
2. A number of sporangia are produced by the parent plant which contains spores.
3. The bursting of sporangia releases spores in the environment which grow and gives rise to new plants.

Final answer: Hence, the given statement is false.