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Published on: August 21, 2026
Which of the following statements are incorrect about pteridophytes?
A
Pteridophytes include horsetails and ferns.
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In pteridophytes, the main plant body is a gametophyte.
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C
Selaginella and Salvinia are homosporous.
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Pteridophytes possess well-differentiated vascular tissues. 
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Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
In pteridophytes, the main plant body is a sporophyte which is differentiated into true root, stem and leaves. Genera like Selaginella and Salvinia which produce two kinds of spores, macro (large) and micro (small) spores, are known as heterosporous.
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