Question: Explain gametophytic stage of marsilea.
Marsilea is a type of fern that has a unique life cycle with two distinct stages: the sporophytic stage and the gametophytic stage. The gametophytic stage of Marsilea is characterized by the development of male and female gametes through mitosis. The male gametes are produced in antheridia and the female gametes are produced in archegonia. Once fertilization occurs, the zygote develops into a sporophyte, which marks the beginning of the sporophytic stage. During the gametophytic stage, the plant is relatively small and inconspicuous, and is reliant on moisture for survival.
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