Q. The motile reproductive structures of algae and fungi, which directly give rise to new individuals are called :

Q. The motile reproductive structures of algae and fungi, which directly give rise to new individuals are called :

(a) Zygospores

(b) Zoospores

(c) Cysts

(d) Conidia

Solution :

Correct option : B
The motile reproductive structures of algae and fungi, which directly give rise to new individuals are called zoospores. It is a asexual motile spore. It uses flagella for locomotion. The zoospores are liberated either by the disintegration of the zoosporangial wall or by the formation of an apical pore on the zoosporangium. After liberation the zoospores swim for a while, then with­draw their flagella, encyst and ulti­mately germinate into new plants. So, the correct answer is option B.