Question

In prothallus of a vascular cryptogamic, the antherozoids and eggs mature at different times. As a result of which

• A. Self-fertilization is prevented
• B. It can be concluded that plant is apomictic
• C. There is a low degree of fertility
• D. No change in success rate of fertilization

Answer 1

The correct option is A Self-fertilization is prevented

In the prothallus of a vascular cryptogamic plant, maturation of antherozoids and eggs takes place at different times and is called as an outbreeding device. As a result, of which self-fertilisation is prevented and cross fertilization occurs.