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YIG. 83. Reproduction and Development of Ferns. 



A, Sporangium of Pteris, external view, showing stalk (st) and 



annulus (an). 



B, the same, during dehiscence, the spores (sp) escaping. 



C, a germinating spore, showing the ruptured outer coat (sp), and a 



