In what ways is fertilisation in a plant :
(a) similar to fertilisation in a human?
(b) different from fertilisation in a human?

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a) The process of fertilisation is similar in plants and humans as both involve male and female gametes and show internal fertilisation.

(b)

Fertilisation in plants Fertilisation in animals

External agents are required for pollination. External agents are not required.

The seed is formed after fertilisation. The human baby is formed after fertilisation

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Fertilisation in plants	Fertilisation in animals
External agents are required for pollination.	External agents are not required.
The seed is formed after fertilisation.	The human baby is formed after fertilisation