Sphenopsida are also called as arthrophytes because their plant body:
Correct answer: C. Has large number of joints in stem
- A. Has bushy appearance
- B. Has sporangia on sporangiophores
- C. Has large number of joints in stem
- D. Stores granules of silica within the cells
Explanation
The term 'arthrophytes' is used to describe plants in the Sphenopsida class due to their distinctive jointed stems. This structure is reminiscent of the segmented limbs of arthropods.The correct option is C: Has large number of joints in stem.
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