Distinguish between: a. radicle and plumule b. monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous seeds c. pollination and fertilization d. self-pollination and cross pollination e. maize seed an... Distinguish between: a. radicle and plumule b. monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous seeds c. pollination and fertilization d. self-pollination and cross pollination e. maize seed and pea seed f. internal and external fertilization.
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The question is asking for distinctions between various botanical terms and concepts. Specifically, comparisons are to be made between radicle and plumule, types of seeds, pollination methods, types of seeds based on their origin, and types of fertilization. This appears to require explanations or definitions for each pair.
Answer
a. Radicle: root; Plumule: shoot. b. Monocots: 1 cotyledon; Dicots: 2 cotyledons. c. Pollination: pollen transfer; Fertilization: gamete fusion. d. Self: same plant; Cross: different plants. e. Maize: monocot; Pea: dicot. f. Internal: inside body; External: outside body.
a. The radicle develops into the root, while the plumule develops into the shoot. b. Monocotyledonous seeds have one cotyledon, whereas dicotyledonous seeds have two cotyledons. c. Pollination involves the transfer of pollen to the stigma; fertilization is the fusion of gametes. d. Self-pollination occurs within the same flower or plant, while cross-pollination involves different flowers or plants. e. Maize seeds are monocots with a single cotyledon; pea seeds are dicots with two cotyledons. f. Internal fertilization occurs inside the organism's body, while external fertilization takes place outside.
Answer for screen readers
a. The radicle develops into the root, while the plumule develops into the shoot. b. Monocotyledonous seeds have one cotyledon, whereas dicotyledonous seeds have two cotyledons. c. Pollination involves the transfer of pollen to the stigma; fertilization is the fusion of gametes. d. Self-pollination occurs within the same flower or plant, while cross-pollination involves different flowers or plants. e. Maize seeds are monocots with a single cotyledon; pea seeds are dicots with two cotyledons. f. Internal fertilization occurs inside the organism's body, while external fertilization takes place outside.
More Information
These distinctions are fundamental in botany and biology for understanding plant growth, reproduction, and classification.
Tips
It's easy to confuse pollination and fertilization. Remember, pollination is about transfer, fertilization is about fusion.
Sources
- 4.6.3: Mature Embryos and Seed Structure - Biology LibreTexts - bio.libretexts.org
- Pollination and Fertilization | OpenStax Biology 2e - Lumen Learning - courses.lumenlearning.com
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