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BOT 102 MORPHOLOGY OF NON-VASCULAR PLANTS Objective Question

Question

In Marchantia, what specialized structures are found on the dorsal surface of the thallus and contain gemmae for vegetative reproduction?
Options
A Antheridiophores
B Archegoniophores
C Gemma cups
Correct Answer
D Rhizoids
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The dorsal surface of the Marchantia thallus bears gemma cups, which contain gemmae and are responsible for vegetative reproduction, as stated on page 15.

Hint

Think about the specialized structures for asexual reproduction mentioned for Marchantia.

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