Asked by NSHIRA KOOMSON on Jun 26, 2024
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In the pine life cycle, a megaspore develops into
A) a seed.
B) a sporophyte.
C) a pollen grain.
D) a female gametophyte.
E) a fruit.
Megaspore
One of the two types of spores produced by seed plants; develops into a female gametophyte (embryo sac).
Female Gametophyte
The haploid phase in the life cycle of plants and algae that produces female gametes or eggs.
Pine Life Cycle
The series of stages a pine tree undergoes from seed germination to maturity, reproduction, and eventually death.
- Acquire knowledge on the configuration and purpose of gametophytes and sporophytes in the reproductive cycles of plants.
- Uncover the evolutionary associations across different groups of plants.
Verified Answer
GH
Gretel HernandezJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
In the pine life cycle, a megaspore develops into a female gametophyte, which contains the egg cells that are fertilized by pollen to form the sporophyte embryo that will become a mature pine tree. Therefore, option D - a female gametophyte - is the best choice.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the configuration and purpose of gametophytes and sporophytes in the reproductive cycles of plants.
- Uncover the evolutionary associations across different groups of plants.