Question

Which statement is true about Bryophytes?

• A. They are non photosynthetic
• B. Zygote produces gametophyte on germination
• C. Spores form gametophyte plant on germination
• D. They have vascular tissues

Answer 1

The correct option is C Spores form gametophyte plant on germination

Fertilization in Bryophytes produces a diploid zygote inside the archegonium. The zygote develops to form an embryo, which grows into a sporophyte. The sporophyte is called as sporogonium, which remain attached to the gametophyte for support, shelter and nutrition. The capsule part of the sporophyte produce haploid spores, through meiosis, which on germination produce gametophyte directly or through a juvenile filamentous stage called as protonema, on moisty places.

Hence the correct option is C.