NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyBiological ClassificationPractice
Identify the correct sequence with respect to the growth of slime moulds.
Options
- ASlime moulds → unfavourable conditions → plasmodium → favourable conditions → spore formation
- BSlime moulds → favourable conditions → spore formation → unfavourable conditions → plasmodium
- CSlime moulds → favourable conditions → plasmodium → unfavourable conditions → spore formation
- DSlime moulds → unfavourable conditions → spore formation → favourable conditions → plasmodium
Correct answer
C. Slime moulds → favourable conditions → plasmodium → unfavourable conditions → spore formation
Step-by-step solution
Slime moulds are saprophytic protists. In suitable conditions these organisms form an aggregation called plasmodium which again differentiates during unfavorable conditions and form fruiting bodies, bearing spores at their tips. These spores have true walls and are extremely resistant to any adverse conditions, making their survival easy.