The Life Cycle of Plants

Problem : In gymnosperms and angiosperms, spores of two distinct sexes are produced and give rise to sex-specific gametophytes. What is this phenomenon called?

Problem : What is the difference between microspores and megaspores?

Problem : Define alternation of generations.

Problem : Through what process do sporophytes generate spores?

Problem : Sketch the lifecycle of an angiosperm. Which generation is dominant?

Solution for Problem 5 >>

Figure %: Angiosperm Life Cycle

The dominant generation in angiosperms is the diploid sporophtye.

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