Which is not true for mycorrhizae?
Correct answer: C. Mostly found in non-vascular plants
- A. Help in absorption of mineral nutrients
- B. Fungal hyphae penetrate and branch out in root cells
- C. Mostly found in non-vascular plants
- D. Plants show better growth
Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: 'Mostly found in non-vascular plants.' Mycorrhizae are primarily associated with vascular plants, such as angiosperms and gymnosperms, enhancing their nutrient and water absorption capabilities. Non-vascular plants, like mosses and liverworts, rarely form mycorrhizal associations. Option A is true as mycorrhizae enhance nutrient uptake. Option B is true for arbuscular mycorrhizae, where fungi penetrate root cells. Option D is true as mycorrhizal associations typically lead to better plant growth.
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