Question

What do you mean by Heterosporous pteridophytes? Give two examples.

Answer 1

Heterosporous pteridophytes:

1. The plants that produce different types of spores that are different in structure, size, and function are known as heterosporous pteridophytes.
2. Heterosporous pteridophytes produce two kinds of spores: Microspores and Megaspores.
3. Microspores are smaller in size while megaspores are bigger in size.

Examples of Heterosporous Pteridophytes:

1. Selaginella sp.
2. Salvinia sp.