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BOT 102 MORPHOLOGY OF NON-VASCULAR PLANTS Objective Question

Question

Marchantia is described as 'dioecious'. What does this term mean in the context of its reproduction?
Options
A It can reproduce both sexually and asexually.
B Its reproductive organs are borne on separate male and female plants.
Correct Answer
C It produces both sperm and eggs on the same structure.
D It depends on water for fertilization.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 17 explains: 'Marchantia plant is dioecious; that is, reproductive organs are borne on separate plants.'

Hint

The definition of 'dioecious' is provided explicitly in the 'MARCHANTIA' section on page 17.

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