Biology : PU-CET (U.G) 2015 Panjab University Entrance Exam With Answers

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9.

Elaters Are Present In Capsule Of :

A: Riccia

B: Marchantia

C: Anthoceros

D: Funaria

The answer is: B

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Explanation

liverworts. Elaters are specialized cells found in the capsule of liverworts and some mosses that aid in the dispersal of spores. When the capsule dries out, elaters change shape, causing them to twist and turn. This twisting motion helps to scatter the spores of the liverwort over a wider area, increasing the likelihood that the spores will find a suitable environment for germination and growth.