Ferns and Lycophytes Differ from Bryophytes in That

question 22

Multiple Choice

Ferns and lycophytes differ from bryophytes in that:

• A)the diploid phase of the life cycle is photosynthetically independent at maturity.
• B)fertilization relies on environmental water.
• C)products of meiosis are dispersed as spores.
• D)the sporophyte is adapted for spore dispersal.

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Definitions:

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, digestion, and various bodily functions.

Thyroid Gland

A butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism.

Mammary Glands

Glands located in the breasts of female mammals that produce milk to feed young offspring.

Prolactin

A hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates milk production after childbirth.