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The yellow or brown spots which have sporangia in ferns are called ……….. .

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Structures in Ferns**: In ferns, the leaves are referred to as fronds. These fronds can have distinct spots on them. 2. **Recognize the Spots**: The yellow or brown spots observed on the fronds of ferns are actually clusters of sporangia. 3. **Define Sporangia**: Sporangia are reproductive structures that produce spores. In ferns, these are found on the upper surface of the fronds. 4. **Terminology**: The specific term used for these yellow or brown spots that contain sporangia is "sori" (singular: "sorus"). 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the yellow or brown spots which have sporangia in ferns are called "sori" or "sorus". ---
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  • The leaves bearing sporangia are called

    A
    sporophytic
    B
    annulus
    C
    sporophylls
    D
    stomium
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    A
    Sporophylls
    B
    Posophylls
    C
    Mesophylls
    D
    Cataphylls
  • The leaves of fern plants are called

    A
    macrophylls
    B
    microphylls
    C
    sporophylls
    D
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