Question

Assertion (A) : The life cycle in Funaria is called diplohaplontic. Reason (R) : In Funaria, there is alternation of haploid gametophytic and diploid sporophytic phases, one becoming parent to the other. The correct answer is

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of
• C. (A) is true but (R) is false
• D. (A) is false but (R) is true

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

In the life cycle of Funaria there occur two distinct individuals. One of these is haploid, independent, leafy moss plant. The other is diploid, leafless sporogonium. It is partially dependent on the leafy gametophyte for its nutrition.