Plant Kingdom Question 368

Question: Assertion : Gemmae formation in Funaria occurs in favourable condition. Reason : The gemmae form on the stem and leaves.

Options:

A) If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion

B) If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion

C) If the assertion is true but the reason is false

D) If the assertion is false but reason is true

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

In Funaria, the gemmae develop on the stem and leaves of the gametophore at the onset of condition unfavourable of growth or during injury.

These detached gemmae under conditions favourable for vegetative growth directly develop into new leafy gametophores.