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In which of the following gametophyte is not independent free living?

1. Marchantia
2. Pteris
3. Pinus
4. Funaria

Correct answer: Pinus

Solution

In Pinus, the gametophyte is highly reduced and remains dependent on the sporophyte for nutrition and protection, so it is not free-living. Marchantia, Pteris, and Funaria all have independent, free-living gametophytes.

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