Which of These May Occur in Both Angiosperms and Gymnosperms

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of these may occur in both angiosperms and gymnosperms?

• A)Seeds develop within a cone.
• B)Seeds develop within a flower.
• C)Seeds are surrounded by a fruit at maturity.
• D)Pollen is carried by the wind for pollination.
• E)Pollen is carried by honeybees as pollinators.

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Definitions:

Pericycle

A layer of cells found just inside the endodermis in plant roots, involved in the formation of lateral roots and secondary growth.

Endodermis

The innermost layer of cells in the root cortex, serving as a selective barrier that regulates the passage of substances from the soil into the vascular cylinder.

Pericycle

A layer of cells just inside the endodermis in plant roots, which can give rise to lateral roots, contributing to the plant's growth and development.

Illuviation

The deposition of material leached from the upper layers of soil into the lower layers.