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Which of the following is the largest taxon among plants in terms of the number of species ?
Which of the following is the largest taxon among plants in terms of the number of species ?
Updated On: Apr 13, 2024
- Algae
- Mosses
- Ferns
- Fungi
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The Correct Option is D
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According to the estimate made by Robert May, the largest taxon among plants in terms of number of species is fungi, followed by algae, mosses and ferns.
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