JAMB Biology 1990 Question 6

Question 6

Plant Kingdom

The spores of ferns are dispersed by

  1. A.wind
  2. B.water
  3. C.insects
  4. D.explosive mechanism
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (explosive mechanism)

Explanation

When the fern sporangium dries, its annulus straightens and then snaps back, flinging the spores out explosively.