Multiple choice

Which of the following statements are false regarding gametophyte?

  1. A gametophyte is the diploid multicellular stage.
  2. It is produced from meiotic cell division of spores.
  3. The egg producing gametophyte is known as a megagametophyte. Select the correct answer using codes given below:

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. 3 only

  4. 1 and 2 only

  5. 2 and 3 only
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A gametophyte is the haploid multicellular stage in the alteration of generations during the life cycle of land plants and algae. It is produced from mitotic cell division of spores, which are produced by meiosis in sporophytes.

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