Question

Which of the following is incorrect about reproduction in Gymnosperms?

(a) Microsporangium contain microsporocytes that undergo meiosis to form microspores

(b) Microspores further undergo reduction division to form microgametophyte

(c) Microgametophyte is also called as Pollen grain

(d) Wind, water and insects act as dispersal agents for pollination

I had been asked this question during a job interview.

My query is from Plant Kingdom in portion Plant Kingdom of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) Microspores further undergo reduction division to form microgametophyte

The best explanation: Microsporangia contain microsporocytes that undergo meiosis to form microspores. Microspores further undergo reduction division to form microgametophyte. Microgametophyte is also called as Pollen grain. Wind, water and insects act as dispersal agents for pollination.