In Riccia, the female reproductive structures are called:

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In Riccia, the female reproductive structures are called: (A) Antheridium (B) Strobili (C) Archegonium (D) Oogonium

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The sex organs in bryophytes (Riccia, Funaria), are multicellular and jacketed. The jacket of the sterile cell around the sperm and egg is an adaptation to a life on land. The male reproductive organs are called antheridia, and female reproductive organs are called archegonia.

Q. In Riccia, the female reproductive structures are called:

Antheridium

Strobili

Archegonium

Oogonium

The sex organs in bryophytes (Riccia, Funaria), are multicellular and jacketed. The jacket of the sterile cell around the sperm and egg is an adaptation to a life on land. The male reproductive organs are called antheridia, and female reproductive organs are called archegonia.