NEET2026BiologyChapterActual
According to the classification of pteridophytes, which of the following represents an incorrect match between the class and its corresponding example?
Options
- ASphenopsida : Equisetum
- BLycopsida : Selaginella
- CPsilopsida : Pteris
- DPteropsida : Dryopteris
Correct answer
C. Psilopsida : Pteris
Step-by-step solution
Pteridophytes are classified into four classes: Psilopsida: Psilotum Lycopsida: Selaginella, Lycopodium Sphenopsida: Equisetum Pteropsida: Dryopteris, Pteris, Adiantum Pteris belongs to the class Pteropsida, not Psilopsida. Thus, the match Psilopsida : Pteris is incorrect. Answer: Psilopsida : Pteris