10 Questions
What are the two distinct life stages of a fern?
The two distinct life stages of a fern are diploid and haploid.
What is the purpose of antheridia and archegonia in fern reproduction?
The antheridia produce sperm and the archegonia produce eggs for fertilization in fern reproduction.
What is the difference between diploid and haploid?
Diploid means having two sets of chromosomes (2n), while haploid means having one set of chromosomes (n).
What is apogamy in fern reproduction?
Apogamy is a form of asexual reproduction in ferns where a sporophyte grows from a gametophyte without fertilization.
Why is asexual reproduction in ferns less advantageous than sexual reproduction?
Asexual reproduction in ferns produces genetic copies of the parent plant, resulting in a lack of genetic diversity and increased susceptibility to changes in the environment or the introduction of pests and disease.
What are ferns?
Ferns are a group of seedless, vascular plants.
What is the second most diverse group of plants after seed plants?
Ferns are the second most diverse group of plants after seed plants.
How do ferns reproduce?
Ferns reproduce through spores.
What is alternative generation?
Alternative generation refers to lifecycles that alternate between haploid and diploid individuals.
What are the male and female structures in ferns called?
The male structure is called antheridia and the female structure is called archegonia.
Test your knowledge on fern reproduction with this quiz! Learn about the unique characteristics of ferns, their preferred habitats, and how they reproduce through spores. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of these fascinating seedless, vascular plants.
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