Asked by youhaan kapadia on Jul 23, 2024
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Of all the plant groups, only gymnosperms and angiosperms have male gametophytes.
Gametophytes
The haploid, gamete-producing phase in the life cycle of plants and algae.
Gymnosperms
Gymnosperms are a group of seed-producing plants that includes conifers, cycads, ginkgo, and gnetophytes, characterized by seeds that are not enclosed by a fruit.
Angiosperms
A group of plants that have flowers and produce seeds enclosed within a carpel; the largest group of living plants.
- Apprehend the role of gametophytes in the developmental sequence of plant life.
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Robert NealeJul 23, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
Male gametophytes are found in all plant groups, not just gymnosperms and angiosperms. They are a fundamental component of the reproductive cycle in ferns, mosses, and algae as well.
Learning Objectives
- Apprehend the role of gametophytes in the developmental sequence of plant life.