During unfavorable conditions, the plasmodium of slime moulds differentiates and forms:
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Correct answer: Fruiting bodies bearing spores
When conditions become unfavorable, the plasmodium of a slime mould differentiates to form fruiting bodies. These structures bear spores at their tips, and the spores possess true walls that can withstand harsh conditions.
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