JAMB Biology 2007 Question 38

Question 38

Plant Kingdom

A water medium is necessary for fertilization in

  1. A.fungi
  2. B.conifers
  3. C.ferns
  4. D.angiosperms.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (ferns)

Explanation

Fern sperms (antherozoids) have flagella and must swim through a film of water to reach the egg. Conifers and flowering plants use pollen tubes instead.