Asked by Kristin Sfero on May 30, 2024
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Which plant has a jointed hollow stem with reduced megaphylls?
A) Moss
B) Horsetail
C) Club moss
D) Whisk fern
E) Hornwort
Reduced Megaphylls
Refers to leaves with a complex vascular structure that have been minimized in size or complexity over evolutionary time, often observed in plants adapted to arid environments.
Horsetail
A group of non-flowering, vascular plants belonging to the family Equisetaceae, characterized by jointed, hollow stems and branches.
- Comprehend the anatomy and development of leaves in vascular plants.
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NK
Nitin KillekarJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Horsetails have a distinctive jointed hollow stem and reduced leaves (megaphylls), which are characteristics that differentiate them from the other options listed.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the anatomy and development of leaves in vascular plants.
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