Explain the nature of sporophylls in pteridophytes.
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The sporophytes bear sporangia that are substended by
leaf-like appendages called sporophylls. In some cases
sporophylls may form distinct compact structure called
strobili or cones (Selaginella and Equisetum). The sporangia
produce spores by meiosis in spore mother cells.