Question

What is the ploidy of the most conspicuous form of most fungi?

a. diploid

b. haploid

c. alternation of generations

d. asexual

Short answer

The correct answer is option b

Step-by-step solution

Step 1. Introduction 

Ploidy refers to the number of sets of chromosomes present in an organism.

Step 2. Explanation of the correct options

Option b is correct because fungi have both diploid as well as haploid stages and show alternation of generation. In fungi, the most conspicuous form is a haploid stage as it is noticed mostly except its zygote form when it is diploid.

Step 3. Explanation of the incorrect option

Option a is incorrect because all stages of fungi are haploid except zygote.

Option c is incorrect because fungi show alternation of generation but the most conspicuous form is haploid.

Option d is incorrect because the most conspicuous form in fungi is haploid.