Biology - Study Guide
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321501561
Author: Martha R. Taylor
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 29, Problem 12TYK
Which of the following best describes megaphylls?
- a. large leaves
- b. fern fronds that develop from megaspores
- c. leaves specialized for reproduction
- d. leaves with branching vascular systems
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