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BOT 102 MORPHOLOGY OF NON-VASCULAR PLANTS Objective Question

Question

In multicellular algae, which structure serves to anchor the algae, similar to roots?
Options
A Stipes
B Fronds
C Holdfasts
Correct Answer
D Blades
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 9, under the description of multicellular algae, states: "Holdfasts anchor the algae". Holdfasts are specialized structures that attach the thallus to a substrate.

Hint

Look for the structures that perform functions similar to roots in multicellular algae on page 9.

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