Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 28 - The Evolution of Seed Plants - 28.1 - Pollen, Seeds, and Wood Contributed to the Success of Seed Plants - 28.1 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 597: 1

Answer

Pollen grains are developed and released from the microsporangium to be relocated by wind or animal pollinator. The megaspores of seed plants develop into female gametophytes within the megasporangia. Referred to as megagametophytes, these particles rely on the sporophyte for food and water.

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Pollen grains are developed and released from the microsporangium to be relocated by wind or animal pollinator. The megaspores of seed plants develop into female gametophytes within the megasporangia. Referred to as megagametophytes, these particles rely on the sporophyte for food and water.
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