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Biology The Living World NCERT Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

The leaves of Pteridophyta are :-

A
Microphylls &
B
Macrophylls
C
Both
D
None of these

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Pteridophytes exhibit significant diversity in leaf size and structure, which are categorized into two types based on their vascular organization and size:

Microphylls: These are small leaves that typically contain only a single, unbranched vascular vein. They are characteristic of primitive pteridophytes such as Selaginella and Lycopodium.

Macrophylls (Megaphylls): These are larger, more complex leaves with a network of branched veins. They are commonly found in more advanced pteridophytes like ferns.

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