The following are common to both charophytes and land plants except

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Charophytes and land plants share many similarities, including the presence of sporopollenin, chlorophyll a and b, and cellulose as structural components of their cell walls. However, lignin is a component unique to land plants that provides additional structural support and allows them to grow taller and stronger in terrestrial environments. Therefore, the correct answer is B, as lignin is not common to both groups, but is specific to land plants.

The Following Are Common to Both Charophytes and Land Plants