Which one of the following alternatives represents the gametophytic phase in Pinus

Options

A. Pinus plant
B. Zygote
C. Micro and megaspores
D. Male and female cones

Answer

C

Explanation

Gametophyte of pinus. The spore is the first phase of gametophyte generation. The microspore or pollen grain represents the male gametophyte, while the megaspore represents the first stage of female gametophyte which develops into a female gametophyte.