Asked by Matthew Landers on May 05, 2024
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Dependence on animals for fertilization and dispersal is characteristic of many species of ____.
A) ferns
B) angiosperms
C) mosses
D) conifers
E) cycads
Angiosperms
Plants that bear flowers and generate seeds that are contained within fruits, making up the largest variety of terrestrial plants.
Animal Fertilization
The process by which sperm from a male and ovum from a female combine to form a zygote, leading to the development of a new organism.
- Recognize the evolutionary changes in plants that aid in pollination and seed dispersal.
Verified Answer
WN
Winfrida NyaberiMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Angiosperms, or flowering plants, often rely on animals such as insects, birds, and mammals for pollination, which leads to fertilization and the production of seeds. They may also depend on animals for seed dispersal, as many fruits are adapted to be eaten and spread by animals. Mosses, ferns, conifers, and cycads do not have as strong a dependence on animals for reproduction and dispersal.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the evolutionary changes in plants that aid in pollination and seed dispersal.