Question

Which of the following features distinguishes bryophytes from algae?

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

Answer 1

The correct option is D 2 and 3

Bryophytes can be distinguished from algae in having sterile jackets protecting the sex organs and forming an embryo during development.

Both algae and bryophytes have thalloid plant body which is not differentiated into roots, stem and leaves.

Both algae and bryophytes lack conducting tissues, xylem and phloem.