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In slime moulds :-
(a) The main body is wall less
(b) True wall is found around spores
(c) Spores are dispersed by water
(d) Saprophytes are not common

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a, b are correct

B

a, c are correct

C

b, d are correct

D

a, d correct

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To solve the question regarding slime moulds, we need to evaluate each statement provided: 1. **Statement (a): The main body is wall-less.** - Slime moulds are known for their unique structure. They exist in a plasmodial form, which is a mass of protoplasm that is not divided into cells and does not have cell walls. Therefore, this statement is **true**. 2. **Statement (b): True wall is found around spores.** - In slime moulds, when they reproduce, they form spores that are indeed surrounded by a wall. This wall is a protective structure that helps in the survival of the spores. Hence, this statement is also **true**. 3. **Statement (c): Spores are dispersed by water.** - Spores of slime moulds are primarily dispersed by wind, not water. This means that this statement is **false**. 4. **Statement (d): Saprophytes are not common.** - Slime moulds are typically saprophytic, meaning they feed on decaying organic matter. They are quite common in nature as decomposers. Therefore, this statement is also **false**. Now, summarizing the evaluations: - Statements (a) and (b) are correct. - Statements (c) and (d) are incorrect. Thus, the correct answer is **option (a)**: that is, statements (a) and (b) are correct. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Evaluate Statement (a)**: Confirm that slime moulds have a wall-less main body. (True) 2. **Evaluate Statement (b)**: Check if true walls are found around spores. (True) 3. **Evaluate Statement (c)**: Determine the method of spore dispersion. (False - they are dispersed by wind) 4. **Evaluate Statement (d)**: Assess the commonality of saprophytes. (False - they are common) 5. **Conclusion**: Identify the correct option based on the evaluations. (Option a is correct)
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