Which one of the following is not characteristic of Pteridophytes?
Pinna release spores.
Dominant gametophytic plant body.
Dominant sporophytic plant body.
Prothallus give rise to gametophytic body.
A
Prothallus give rise to gametophytic body.
B
Pinna release spores.
C
Dominant gametophytic plant body.
D
Dominant sporophytic plant body.
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The sporophytic phase in fern is dominant. It is the main plant body in fern. It is divided into root, rhizome and leaves.
Hence the correct option is A.
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