Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Sexual reproduction in plants

Sexual reproduction in plants — practice question

(a)[4]

Complete Table 6.1 by stating the letter from Fig. 6.1 that identifies the organ where each function happens and by naming the organ.

(b(i))[1]

Write the formula that is used to calculate the actual diameter of pollen grain H.

(b(ii))[1]

Convert this value into micrometres (µm).

(b(iii))[2]

Explain how the pollen grain labelled J is adapted for insect pollination.

(c(i))[1]

One of these male gamete nuclei fuses with the female gamete. State the part of the flower that contains the female gamete.

(c(ii))[1]

Define what is meant by the term haploid nucleus.

(c(iii))[1]

Explain why gametes need to be haploid.

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