A) Ferns lack alternation of generation while mosses show the same.
B) Mosses are facultative aerobes while ferns are obligate aerobes.
C) Vascular bundles of ferns show xylem vessels while those of mosses lack it.
D) Sporophytes of ferns live much longer as compared to the Sporophytes of mosses.
Correct Answer: D
Solution :
[d] Mosses and ferns belong to bryophytes and pteridophytes respectively. In bryophytes, the dominant phase in the life cycle is the gametophytic plant body. However, in pteridophytes, the main plant body is a sporophyte, which is differentiated into true root, stem and leaves. These organs possess well - differentiated vascular tissues.
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