Which of the Following Is a Correct Sequence of Processes

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a correct sequence of processes that takes place when a flowering plant reproduces?

• A) meiosis → fertilization → ovulation → germination
• B) fertilization → meiosis → nuclear fusion → formation of embryo and endosperm
• C) meiosis → pollination → nuclear fusion → formation of embryo and endosperm
• D) growth of pollen tube → pollination → germination → fertilization
• E) meiosis → mitosis → nuclear fusion → pollen

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Definitions:

Avalonia

An ancient microcontinent or terrane whose history is recorded in the rocks of Eastern North America, the British Isles, and mainland Europe.

Subduction

The geological process by which an oceanic tectonic plate is forced beneath another plate, contributing to geologic phenomena such as mountain building.

Sierra Nevada

A mountain range in the Western United States, known for its striking landscapes, ski resorts, and hiking trails.

Orogeny

The geological process of mountain formation, especially by the folding and faulting of the Earth's crust.