Which statement best describes the roles of male and female cones in conifers?
A) Male cones are composed of tightly sealed herbaceous scales that protect the pollen grains from insects. Female cones are composed of woody scales to protect the female gametophytes from animals.
B) Both male and female cones are designed to attract pollinators. Once fertilization occurs, female cones open to attract animals to aid in seed dispersal.
C) Meiosis occurs in male cones, which generate male gametophytes that are dispersed by wind to female cones where female gametophytes are housed.
D) Male cones are composed of woody scales that protect the male gametophytes from pollen until it is fully mature. Female cones serve as an enticement to recruit animals for seed dispersal.
E) Female cones are composed of herbaceous scales that protect the female gametophytes until pollination occurs. Male cones produce pollen to attract insects to aid in seed dispersal.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q249: Refer to the figure. Q250: Magnolia flowers differ from orchid flowers in Q251: The unique feature of angiosperms that is Q252: Seed plants Q253: The primary reason that angiosperms are so Q254: In a plant that produces large quantities Q255: Which of the following is not a Q256: Which proposal as one reason for the Q258: Which statement most accurately describes the relationship Q259: Which statement regarding plants is false?![]()
A) produce one kind of spore.
B)
A) They
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents