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What is a characteristic feature of sexual reproduction?
What is a characteristic feature of sexual reproduction?
- Involves the formation of spores
- Occurs primarily in multicellular organisms
- Fusion of two gametes from opposite sexes (correct)
- A single parent produces offspring
Which asexual reproduction method involves the formation of a new organism from a bulge on the parent body?
Which asexual reproduction method involves the formation of a new organism from a bulge on the parent body?
- Binary fission
- Spore formation
- Budding (correct)
- Fragmentation
What term is used to describe the division of a single cell into almost two equal halves?
What term is used to describe the division of a single cell into almost two equal halves?
- Budding
- Vegetative propagation
- Binary fission (correct)
- Regeneration
What process allows filamentous plants, like Spirogyra, to reproduce asexually?
What process allows filamentous plants, like Spirogyra, to reproduce asexually?
In which method of asexual reproduction do vegetative parts of a plant give rise to new plants?
In which method of asexual reproduction do vegetative parts of a plant give rise to new plants?
Which method produces spores that can survive adverse environmental conditions?
Which method produces spores that can survive adverse environmental conditions?
What is the primary characteristic of asexual reproduction?
What is the primary characteristic of asexual reproduction?
Which of the following methods is NOT associated with asexual reproduction in plants?
Which of the following methods is NOT associated with asexual reproduction in plants?
What are the main components of a stamen?
What are the main components of a stamen?
What distinguishes self-pollination from cross-pollination?
What distinguishes self-pollination from cross-pollination?
Which of the following statements is true about insect-pollinated flowers?
Which of the following statements is true about insect-pollinated flowers?
What feature is common among wind-pollinated flowers?
What feature is common among wind-pollinated flowers?
In artificial pollination, why are flowers covered with polythene bags?
In artificial pollination, why are flowers covered with polythene bags?
What occurs immediately after pollination?
What occurs immediately after pollination?
What role do insects play in the process of pollination?
What role do insects play in the process of pollination?
What type of flowers are characterized by having separate male and female flowers?
What type of flowers are characterized by having separate male and female flowers?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of wind-pollinated flowers?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of wind-pollinated flowers?
What happens to the ovary after fertilisation?
What happens to the ovary after fertilisation?
During fertilisation, what does the pollen tube carry to the ovule?
During fertilisation, what does the pollen tube carry to the ovule?
Which is a goal of artificial pollination?
Which is a goal of artificial pollination?
In which type of plants does pollination occur through water?
In which type of plants does pollination occur through water?
Which of the following plants can be propagated by root cuttings?
Which of the following plants can be propagated by root cuttings?
What is a common disadvantage of vegetative propagation?
What is a common disadvantage of vegetative propagation?
Which method of vegetative propagation uses a part of the stem that is buried under the soil?
Which method of vegetative propagation uses a part of the stem that is buried under the soil?
In grafting, what does the 'scion' represent?
In grafting, what does the 'scion' represent?
What type of plant propagation method involves taking a tissue that contains rapidly dividing cells?
What type of plant propagation method involves taking a tissue that contains rapidly dividing cells?
Which of the following is NOT a functional part of a flower in sexual reproduction?
Which of the following is NOT a functional part of a flower in sexual reproduction?
What is one advantage of vegetative propagation?
What is one advantage of vegetative propagation?
What structure in a flower attracts insects for pollination?
What structure in a flower attracts insects for pollination?
During sexual reproduction in plants, what occurs after fertilization?
During sexual reproduction in plants, what occurs after fertilization?
Which of these plants is commonly propagated through tissue culture?
Which of these plants is commonly propagated through tissue culture?
Which type of vegetative propagation involves inducing root growth from small cuttings placed in a suitable medium?
Which type of vegetative propagation involves inducing root growth from small cuttings placed in a suitable medium?
What is the term for the fusion of male and female gametes?
What is the term for the fusion of male and female gametes?
What is a major characteristic of plants produced through vegetative propagation?
What is a major characteristic of plants produced through vegetative propagation?
Which of the following methods is used specifically for propagating banana plants?
Which of the following methods is used specifically for propagating banana plants?
Asexual reproduction in plants does not involve the union of ______.
Asexual reproduction in plants does not involve the union of ______.
In asexual reproduction, a new individual produced from a single ______.
In asexual reproduction, a new individual produced from a single ______.
The process of splitting a single cell into two equal parts is known as ______ fission.
The process of splitting a single cell into two equal parts is known as ______ fission.
Spores help to ensure survival in adverse conditions and give rise to new ______.
Spores help to ensure survival in adverse conditions and give rise to new ______.
A bulb-like projection formed on the parent body during budding is called a ______.
A bulb-like projection formed on the parent body during budding is called a ______.
In vegetative propagation, the vegetative parts of a plant such as ______, stem, or leaf give rise to new plants.
In vegetative propagation, the vegetative parts of a plant such as ______, stem, or leaf give rise to new plants.
When the parent cell divides into several daughter cells, the process is called multiple ______.
When the parent cell divides into several daughter cells, the process is called multiple ______.
Conidia are asexual reproductive ______ found in fungi.
Conidia are asexual reproductive ______ found in fungi.
Vegetative propagation can occur through ______ stems in plants like potato and ginger.
Vegetative propagation can occur through ______ stems in plants like potato and ginger.
In plants like strawberry, long stems that grow over the soil surface are called ______.
In plants like strawberry, long stems that grow over the soil surface are called ______.
Certain plants, such as Bryophyllum, can reproduce through ______.
Certain plants, such as Bryophyllum, can reproduce through ______.
One advantage of vegetative propagation is that it produces ______ copies of the parent plant.
One advantage of vegetative propagation is that it produces ______ copies of the parent plant.
The process of taking a tissue sample and growing it into new plants is known as ______ culture.
The process of taking a tissue sample and growing it into new plants is known as ______ culture.
In grafting, the root portion taken from one plant is called the ______.
In grafting, the root portion taken from one plant is called the ______.
The fusion of male and female gametes leads to the formation of a ______.
The fusion of male and female gametes leads to the formation of a ______.
After fertilization, the zygote undergoes ______ division.
After fertilization, the zygote undergoes ______ division.
One disadvantage of vegetative propagation is that all offspring are genetically ______.
One disadvantage of vegetative propagation is that all offspring are genetically ______.
Stamens form the ______ parts of a flower.
Stamens form the ______ parts of a flower.
Plants like roses and jasmine can be propagated using the ______ method.
Plants like roses and jasmine can be propagated using the ______ method.
The large female gamete in plants is known as an ______.
The large female gamete in plants is known as an ______.
Pollen grains contain the male ______.
Pollen grains contain the male ______.
Plants like banana and sugarcane can be propagated effectively because they do not produce viable ______.
Plants like banana and sugarcane can be propagated effectively because they do not produce viable ______.
The carpel consists of a swollen portion called the ______.
The carpel consists of a swollen portion called the ______.
The small male gamete in flowering plants is known as a ______ grain.
The small male gamete in flowering plants is known as a ______ grain.
Self-pollination occurs when pollen grains transfer to the stigma of the ______ flower.
Self-pollination occurs when pollen grains transfer to the stigma of the ______ flower.
Cross pollination involves the transfer of pollen grains between flowers of ______ plants.
Cross pollination involves the transfer of pollen grains between flowers of ______ plants.
During ______ reproduction, two parents are needed to produce offspring.
During ______ reproduction, two parents are needed to produce offspring.
Insect-pollinated flowers have ______ and brightly colored petals.
Insect-pollinated flowers have ______ and brightly colored petals.
Pollen grains in wind-pollinated flowers are typically ______ and dry.
Pollen grains in wind-pollinated flowers are typically ______ and dry.
Water-pollinated flowers are often ______ and inconspicuous.
Water-pollinated flowers are often ______ and inconspicuous.
Fertilisation leads to the formation of a ______.
Fertilisation leads to the formation of a ______.
After fertilization, the ovary develops into a ______.
After fertilization, the ovary develops into a ______.
Artificial pollination aims to produce varieties with ______-yielding seeds.
Artificial pollination aims to produce varieties with ______-yielding seeds.
During artificial pollination, pollen grains are dusted on the mature ______ of another plant.
During artificial pollination, pollen grains are dusted on the mature ______ of another plant.
Flowers with desired features are selected for ______ pollination.
Flowers with desired features are selected for ______ pollination.
The pollen tube grows downward towards the ______ during fertilization.
The pollen tube grows downward towards the ______ during fertilization.
The fusion of the male and female gametes is known as ______.
The fusion of the male and female gametes is known as ______.
Asexual reproduction in plants requires the fusion of male and female gametes.
Asexual reproduction in plants requires the fusion of male and female gametes.
Budding is a method of asexual reproduction commonly found in yeast.
Budding is a method of asexual reproduction commonly found in yeast.
Vegetative propagation in plants can occur through the flower.
Vegetative propagation in plants can occur through the flower.
Fragmentation refers to asexual reproduction where a parent organism breaks into pieces, each capable of growing into a new individual.
Fragmentation refers to asexual reproduction where a parent organism breaks into pieces, each capable of growing into a new individual.
Spore formation is a common reproductive method used only by plants.
Spore formation is a common reproductive method used only by plants.
Conidia are specialized structures that produce seeds in fungal organisms.
Conidia are specialized structures that produce seeds in fungal organisms.
Regeneration is not considered a method of asexual reproduction.
Regeneration is not considered a method of asexual reproduction.
Multiple fission is a process where a single-celled organism divides into several daughter cells simultaneously.
Multiple fission is a process where a single-celled organism divides into several daughter cells simultaneously.
Vegetative propagation by leaves can occur in plants like Bryophyllum and Gingera.
Vegetative propagation by leaves can occur in plants like Bryophyllum and Gingera.
All offspring produced from vegetative propagation are genetically identical to the parent plant.
All offspring produced from vegetative propagation are genetically identical to the parent plant.
Overcrowding is a common issue with sexual reproduction in plants.
Overcrowding is a common issue with sexual reproduction in plants.
In grafting, the stock is the part that is rooted, while the scion is the part that produces the flowers.
In grafting, the stock is the part that is rooted, while the scion is the part that produces the flowers.
Layering involves burying a part of the stem while keeping the growing tip above the soil.
Layering involves burying a part of the stem while keeping the growing tip above the soil.
Using tissue culture can produce an unlimited number of disease-free plants.
Using tissue culture can produce an unlimited number of disease-free plants.
Fertilization in plants results in the formation of gametes.
Fertilization in plants results in the formation of gametes.
The main reproductive cells involved in sexual reproduction in plants are known as spores.
The main reproductive cells involved in sexual reproduction in plants are known as spores.
Seedless plants require vegetative propagation for reproduction.
Seedless plants require vegetative propagation for reproduction.
Artificial methods of vegetative propagation are always more difficult than natural methods.
Artificial methods of vegetative propagation are always more difficult than natural methods.
In sexual reproduction, characteristics from both parents contribute to variations in offspring.
In sexual reproduction, characteristics from both parents contribute to variations in offspring.
Gametes in plants include pollen grains and ovules, which are involved in fertilization.
Gametes in plants include pollen grains and ovules, which are involved in fertilization.
Cuttings must always be treated with rooting hormones to ensure root development.
Cuttings must always be treated with rooting hormones to ensure root development.
Stamens are the male parts of a flower and consist of an anther and a style.
Stamens are the male parts of a flower and consist of an anther and a style.
The carpel is the female reproductive part of a flower, which includes the stigma.
The carpel is the female reproductive part of a flower, which includes the stigma.
Pollen grains are produced in the ovary of the flower.
Pollen grains are produced in the ovary of the flower.
Cross pollination involves the transfer of pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of a flower on another plant of the same species.
Cross pollination involves the transfer of pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of a flower on another plant of the same species.
Wind-pollinated flowers are often characterized by large, colorful petals.
Wind-pollinated flowers are often characterized by large, colorful petals.
Self pollination occurs when pollen is transferred from one flower to another flower on a different plant.
Self pollination occurs when pollen is transferred from one flower to another flower on a different plant.
Insect-pollinated flowers usually produce scent and nectar to attract pollinators.
Insect-pollinated flowers usually produce scent and nectar to attract pollinators.
The stigma is the part of the flower that receives pollen during fertilization.
The stigma is the part of the flower that receives pollen during fertilization.
Artificial pollination is performed to produce higher yielding seeds and disease-resistant plants.
Artificial pollination is performed to produce higher yielding seeds and disease-resistant plants.
The male gamete is carried to the ovule by the ovary during fertilization.
The male gamete is carried to the ovule by the ovary during fertilization.
Water pollination typically occurs in plants with conspicuous flowers.
Water pollination typically occurs in plants with conspicuous flowers.
Pollination can occur through various agents, including wind, water, and insects.
Pollination can occur through various agents, including wind, water, and insects.
The process of fertilization leads to the formation of the zygote and ultimately a fruit.
The process of fertilization leads to the formation of the zygote and ultimately a fruit.
In unisexual flowers, both male and female parts are present within the same flower.
In unisexual flowers, both male and female parts are present within the same flower.
The ovule develops into a seed after fertilization has occurred.
The ovule develops into a seed after fertilization has occurred.
What are the two main types of reproduction in living organisms?
What are the two main types of reproduction in living organisms?
Describe binary fission in a single sentence.
Describe binary fission in a single sentence.
What is budding and in which organism is it commonly observed?
What is budding and in which organism is it commonly observed?
What role do spores play in reproduction for certain organisms?
What role do spores play in reproduction for certain organisms?
Explain vegetative propagation in plants.
Explain vegetative propagation in plants.
What is fragmentation in the context of plant reproduction?
What is fragmentation in the context of plant reproduction?
In which plant structure does vegetative propagation occur through roots?
In which plant structure does vegetative propagation occur through roots?
How do conidia function in fungi?
How do conidia function in fungi?
What are the swollen roots of plants primarily used for?
What are the swollen roots of plants primarily used for?
Name one plant that can propagate by layering.
Name one plant that can propagate by layering.
What is the significance of adventitious buds in Bryophyllum?
What is the significance of adventitious buds in Bryophyllum?
What is one disadvantage of vegetative propagation?
What is one disadvantage of vegetative propagation?
How does grafting differ from other methods of vegetative propagation?
How does grafting differ from other methods of vegetative propagation?
What role do petals play in the reproductive process of flowering plants?
What role do petals play in the reproductive process of flowering plants?
Why is tissue culture considered an efficient method of plant propagation?
Why is tissue culture considered an efficient method of plant propagation?
What is a common purpose of cutting in vegetative propagation?
What is a common purpose of cutting in vegetative propagation?
What is the main function of the carpel in flowering plants?
What is the main function of the carpel in flowering plants?
How does sexual reproduction contribute to variation among offspring?
How does sexual reproduction contribute to variation among offspring?
What are runners in the context of vegetative propagation?
What are runners in the context of vegetative propagation?
Why might a garden use artificial methods of propagation?
Why might a garden use artificial methods of propagation?
What happens immediately after the fusion of male and female gametes?
What happens immediately after the fusion of male and female gametes?
What is the importance of the zygote in the reproductive cycle of plants?
What is the importance of the zygote in the reproductive cycle of plants?
What are the two main components of a stamen?
What are the two main components of a stamen?
Define self-pollination.
Define self-pollination.
What role do insects play in the pollination process?
What role do insects play in the pollination process?
What is the main characteristic of wind-pollinated flowers?
What is the main characteristic of wind-pollinated flowers?
What occurs during fertilization in flowering plants?
What occurs during fertilization in flowering plants?
What is artificial pollination?
What is artificial pollination?
In what environment does water pollination occur?
In what environment does water pollination occur?
What is the purpose of bagging flowers in artificial pollination?
What is the purpose of bagging flowers in artificial pollination?
What is a characteristic of insect-pollinated flowers?
What is a characteristic of insect-pollinated flowers?
What happens to the ovules after fertilization?
What happens to the ovules after fertilization?
What do pollen grains contain?
What do pollen grains contain?
How do wind-pollinated flowers differ from insect-pollinated flowers?
How do wind-pollinated flowers differ from insect-pollinated flowers?
What forms the female reproductive part of a flower?
What forms the female reproductive part of a flower?
What initiates the process of fertilization?
What initiates the process of fertilization?
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Study Notes
Modes of Reproduction
- Organisms reproduce asexually or sexually.
- Asexual reproduction involves one parent, while sexual reproduction requires two parents of opposite sexes.
- Asexual reproduction encompasses various methods including binary fission, budding, fragmentation, regeneration, spore formation, and vegetative propagation.
Asexual Reproduction in Plants
- Binary fission: Common in unicellular organisms; the cell divides into two identical daughter cells.
- Budding: Observed in yeast; a bud forms on the parent and develops into a new individual.
- Fragmentation: Filamentous plants like Spirogyra break into fragments that grow into new individuals.
- Spore formation: Fungi and mosses produce spores, which have thick walls for protection in adverse conditions.
- Vegetative propagation: Involves reproduction using vegetative parts of the plant like roots, stems, or leaves.
Types of Vegetative Propagation
- By Roots: Plants like sweet potato and asparagus produce new plants from swollen roots.
- By Underground Stems: Potato and ginger multiply via modifications of stems.
- By Aerial Stems: Runners from plants like strawberry grow new plants at nodes.
- By Leaves: Bryophyllum propagates through plantlets developed from leaf margins.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Vegetative Propagation
- Advantages:
- Quick and cost-effective method.
- Produces genetically identical plants.
- Useful for seedless plants.
- Disadvantages:
- Offspring are genetically similar, increasing disease susceptibility.
- Can lead to overcrowding near parent plants.
Artificial Methods of Vegetative Propagation
- Cutting: Short plant sections are placed in soil to grow roots; used for rose and sugarcane.
- Layering: A branch is buried in soil to root while still attached to the parent; used in jasmine.
- Grafting: Combines tissues from two plants; the root (stock) and stem (scion) are joined.
- Tissue culture: Rapid propagation using undifferentiated plant cells; allows mass production of disease-free plants.
Sexual Reproduction in Plants
- Involves the fusion of male and female gametes.
- Male gamete (pollen grain) from the anther, female gamete (egg) from the ovule.
- Fertilization produces a zygote, which develops into an embryo within a seed.
- Key structures: sepals, petals, stamens, and carpels; with stamens and carpels playing crucial roles in reproduction.
Pollination Types
- Self-pollination: Transfer of pollen within the same flower or same plant.
- Cross-pollination: Transfer of pollen between different plants; often facilitated by wind, insects, or water.
Characteristics of Pollination
- Insect-pollinated flowers: Bright colors, scents, and nectar to attract pollinators; rough and sticky pollen.
- Wind-pollinated flowers: Small, inconspicuous flowers; lightweight pollen produced in large quantities.
- Water-pollinated flowers: Dioecious plants with small flowers that float on water.
Fertilization and Seed Development
- Occurs after successful pollination when the pollen grain germinates to form a pollen tube, delivering the male gamete to the ovule.
- The fertilized ovule becomes a seed, and the ovary develops into a fruit.
Artificial Pollination
- Conducted to enhance plant qualities like yield and disease resistance.
- Steps include selecting flowers, transferring pollen, and using polythene bags to prevent unwanted pollination.
- Aims for superior offspring traits in subsequent generations.
Modes of Reproduction
- Organisms reproduce asexually or sexually.
- Asexual reproduction involves one parent, while sexual reproduction requires two parents of opposite sexes.
- Asexual reproduction encompasses various methods including binary fission, budding, fragmentation, regeneration, spore formation, and vegetative propagation.
Asexual Reproduction in Plants
- Binary fission: Common in unicellular organisms; the cell divides into two identical daughter cells.
- Budding: Observed in yeast; a bud forms on the parent and develops into a new individual.
- Fragmentation: Filamentous plants like Spirogyra break into fragments that grow into new individuals.
- Spore formation: Fungi and mosses produce spores, which have thick walls for protection in adverse conditions.
- Vegetative propagation: Involves reproduction using vegetative parts of the plant like roots, stems, or leaves.
Types of Vegetative Propagation
- By Roots: Plants like sweet potato and asparagus produce new plants from swollen roots.
- By Underground Stems: Potato and ginger multiply via modifications of stems.
- By Aerial Stems: Runners from plants like strawberry grow new plants at nodes.
- By Leaves: Bryophyllum propagates through plantlets developed from leaf margins.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Vegetative Propagation
- Advantages:
- Quick and cost-effective method.
- Produces genetically identical plants.
- Useful for seedless plants.
- Disadvantages:
- Offspring are genetically similar, increasing disease susceptibility.
- Can lead to overcrowding near parent plants.
Artificial Methods of Vegetative Propagation
- Cutting: Short plant sections are placed in soil to grow roots; used for rose and sugarcane.
- Layering: A branch is buried in soil to root while still attached to the parent; used in jasmine.
- Grafting: Combines tissues from two plants; the root (stock) and stem (scion) are joined.
- Tissue culture: Rapid propagation using undifferentiated plant cells; allows mass production of disease-free plants.
Sexual Reproduction in Plants
- Involves the fusion of male and female gametes.
- Male gamete (pollen grain) from the anther, female gamete (egg) from the ovule.
- Fertilization produces a zygote, which develops into an embryo within a seed.
- Key structures: sepals, petals, stamens, and carpels; with stamens and carpels playing crucial roles in reproduction.
Pollination Types
- Self-pollination: Transfer of pollen within the same flower or same plant.
- Cross-pollination: Transfer of pollen between different plants; often facilitated by wind, insects, or water.
Characteristics of Pollination
- Insect-pollinated flowers: Bright colors, scents, and nectar to attract pollinators; rough and sticky pollen.
- Wind-pollinated flowers: Small, inconspicuous flowers; lightweight pollen produced in large quantities.
- Water-pollinated flowers: Dioecious plants with small flowers that float on water.
Fertilization and Seed Development
- Occurs after successful pollination when the pollen grain germinates to form a pollen tube, delivering the male gamete to the ovule.
- The fertilized ovule becomes a seed, and the ovary develops into a fruit.
Artificial Pollination
- Conducted to enhance plant qualities like yield and disease resistance.
- Steps include selecting flowers, transferring pollen, and using polythene bags to prevent unwanted pollination.
- Aims for superior offspring traits in subsequent generations.
Modes of Reproduction
- Organisms reproduce asexually or sexually.
- Asexual reproduction involves one parent, while sexual reproduction requires two parents of opposite sexes.
- Asexual reproduction encompasses various methods including binary fission, budding, fragmentation, regeneration, spore formation, and vegetative propagation.
Asexual Reproduction in Plants
- Binary fission: Common in unicellular organisms; the cell divides into two identical daughter cells.
- Budding: Observed in yeast; a bud forms on the parent and develops into a new individual.
- Fragmentation: Filamentous plants like Spirogyra break into fragments that grow into new individuals.
- Spore formation: Fungi and mosses produce spores, which have thick walls for protection in adverse conditions.
- Vegetative propagation: Involves reproduction using vegetative parts of the plant like roots, stems, or leaves.
Types of Vegetative Propagation
- By Roots: Plants like sweet potato and asparagus produce new plants from swollen roots.
- By Underground Stems: Potato and ginger multiply via modifications of stems.
- By Aerial Stems: Runners from plants like strawberry grow new plants at nodes.
- By Leaves: Bryophyllum propagates through plantlets developed from leaf margins.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Vegetative Propagation
- Advantages:
- Quick and cost-effective method.
- Produces genetically identical plants.
- Useful for seedless plants.
- Disadvantages:
- Offspring are genetically similar, increasing disease susceptibility.
- Can lead to overcrowding near parent plants.
Artificial Methods of Vegetative Propagation
- Cutting: Short plant sections are placed in soil to grow roots; used for rose and sugarcane.
- Layering: A branch is buried in soil to root while still attached to the parent; used in jasmine.
- Grafting: Combines tissues from two plants; the root (stock) and stem (scion) are joined.
- Tissue culture: Rapid propagation using undifferentiated plant cells; allows mass production of disease-free plants.
Sexual Reproduction in Plants
- Involves the fusion of male and female gametes.
- Male gamete (pollen grain) from the anther, female gamete (egg) from the ovule.
- Fertilization produces a zygote, which develops into an embryo within a seed.
- Key structures: sepals, petals, stamens, and carpels; with stamens and carpels playing crucial roles in reproduction.
Pollination Types
- Self-pollination: Transfer of pollen within the same flower or same plant.
- Cross-pollination: Transfer of pollen between different plants; often facilitated by wind, insects, or water.
Characteristics of Pollination
- Insect-pollinated flowers: Bright colors, scents, and nectar to attract pollinators; rough and sticky pollen.
- Wind-pollinated flowers: Small, inconspicuous flowers; lightweight pollen produced in large quantities.
- Water-pollinated flowers: Dioecious plants with small flowers that float on water.
Fertilization and Seed Development
- Occurs after successful pollination when the pollen grain germinates to form a pollen tube, delivering the male gamete to the ovule.
- The fertilized ovule becomes a seed, and the ovary develops into a fruit.
Artificial Pollination
- Conducted to enhance plant qualities like yield and disease resistance.
- Steps include selecting flowers, transferring pollen, and using polythene bags to prevent unwanted pollination.
- Aims for superior offspring traits in subsequent generations.
Modes of Reproduction
- Organisms reproduce asexually or sexually.
- Asexual reproduction involves one parent, while sexual reproduction requires two parents of opposite sexes.
- Asexual reproduction encompasses various methods including binary fission, budding, fragmentation, regeneration, spore formation, and vegetative propagation.
Asexual Reproduction in Plants
- Binary fission: Common in unicellular organisms; the cell divides into two identical daughter cells.
- Budding: Observed in yeast; a bud forms on the parent and develops into a new individual.
- Fragmentation: Filamentous plants like Spirogyra break into fragments that grow into new individuals.
- Spore formation: Fungi and mosses produce spores, which have thick walls for protection in adverse conditions.
- Vegetative propagation: Involves reproduction using vegetative parts of the plant like roots, stems, or leaves.
Types of Vegetative Propagation
- By Roots: Plants like sweet potato and asparagus produce new plants from swollen roots.
- By Underground Stems: Potato and ginger multiply via modifications of stems.
- By Aerial Stems: Runners from plants like strawberry grow new plants at nodes.
- By Leaves: Bryophyllum propagates through plantlets developed from leaf margins.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Vegetative Propagation
- Advantages:
- Quick and cost-effective method.
- Produces genetically identical plants.
- Useful for seedless plants.
- Disadvantages:
- Offspring are genetically similar, increasing disease susceptibility.
- Can lead to overcrowding near parent plants.
Artificial Methods of Vegetative Propagation
- Cutting: Short plant sections are placed in soil to grow roots; used for rose and sugarcane.
- Layering: A branch is buried in soil to root while still attached to the parent; used in jasmine.
- Grafting: Combines tissues from two plants; the root (stock) and stem (scion) are joined.
- Tissue culture: Rapid propagation using undifferentiated plant cells; allows mass production of disease-free plants.
Sexual Reproduction in Plants
- Involves the fusion of male and female gametes.
- Male gamete (pollen grain) from the anther, female gamete (egg) from the ovule.
- Fertilization produces a zygote, which develops into an embryo within a seed.
- Key structures: sepals, petals, stamens, and carpels; with stamens and carpels playing crucial roles in reproduction.
Pollination Types
- Self-pollination: Transfer of pollen within the same flower or same plant.
- Cross-pollination: Transfer of pollen between different plants; often facilitated by wind, insects, or water.
Characteristics of Pollination
- Insect-pollinated flowers: Bright colors, scents, and nectar to attract pollinators; rough and sticky pollen.
- Wind-pollinated flowers: Small, inconspicuous flowers; lightweight pollen produced in large quantities.
- Water-pollinated flowers: Dioecious plants with small flowers that float on water.
Fertilization and Seed Development
- Occurs after successful pollination when the pollen grain germinates to form a pollen tube, delivering the male gamete to the ovule.
- The fertilized ovule becomes a seed, and the ovary develops into a fruit.
Artificial Pollination
- Conducted to enhance plant qualities like yield and disease resistance.
- Steps include selecting flowers, transferring pollen, and using polythene bags to prevent unwanted pollination.
- Aims for superior offspring traits in subsequent generations.
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