Which of the following structures in pteridophytes bear sporangia that are subtended by leaf-like appendages?
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Correct answer: Sporophylls
Sporangia, the structures where spores are produced, are found on specialized leaves called sporophylls. These sporophylls can sometimes be distinct from vegetative leaves.
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