JAMB Biology 1990 Question 5

Question 5

Plant Kingdom

The algae, bryophytes and pteriodophytes are similar in that they

  1. A.are sea weeds
  2. B.have no vascular tissues
  3. C.require moisture for fertilization
  4. D.are microscopic plants
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (require moisture for fertilization)

Explanation

In all three groups the male gametes swim to the egg, so water is needed for fertilization. Pteridophytes do have vascular tissue.