Question

Match List-I with List-II.

List-I	List-II
A. Fusion of protoplasms between gametes	I. Meiosis
B. Fusion of two nuclei	II. Plasmogamy
C. Generation of haploid spores	III. Karyogamy

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. A-I, B-III, C-II
• B. A-II, B-III, C-I
• C. A-II, B-I, C-III
• D. A-III, B-II, C-I

Hint:

To easily remember the sequential stages of sexual reproduction in fungi, just recall the abbreviation P-K-M: \[ \text{\textbf{P}lasmogamy (Protoplasm)} \rightarrow \text{\textbf{K}aryogamy (Nuclei)} \rightarrow \text{\textbf{M}eiosis (Spores)} \] Breaking down terms etymologically (plasmo = cytoplasm, karyo = nucleus) eliminates any potential confusion!

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Know the three sexual events.
Sexual reproduction in fungi follows three ordered steps: fusion of cytoplasm, then fusion of nuclei, then a reduction division.
Step 2: Match item A.
Fusion of protoplasms between two gametes, without immediate nuclear fusion, is called Plasmogamy. The prefix plasmo points to cell fluid, so A pairs with II.
Step 3: Match item B.
Fusion of two nuclei is called Karyogamy, because karyon means nucleus. So B pairs with III.
Step 4: Match item C.
Generation of haploid spores happens through Meiosis, the reduction division that brings the chromosome number back to $n$. So C pairs with I.
Step 5: Assemble the matches.
We get A to II, B to III, and C to I.
Step 6: Pick the matching option.
This exact pattern is given by the second option.
\[ \boxed{\text{A-II, B-III, C-I}} \]