BHU PMT BHU PMT (Mains) Solved Paper-2010

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    In moss capsule, the number of peristome whorls are

    A)  one                                      

    B)  two

    C)  three                                   

    D)  four

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

                     In moss capsule, total number of peristome teeth is 32. These are present in two whorls of 16 each. The teeth of both whorls are occurred on the same radii thus, opposite to each other. The teeth of outer whorl are sensitive to water, ie, hygroscopic and help in dispersal of spores.


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