Question

Short / Long answer type questions.
What are the advantages of seeds over spores as a means of reproduction?

Answer 1

• Seed coat:

Seed coats contain a fully developed embryo ready to grow, while spores need to undergo a reproduction process before they're ready to grow.

• Nourishment:

Each seed contains nourishment for the embryo inside the seed. The endosperm is the tissue that surrounds the embryo inside the seed.

• Fully developed embryo:

Inside each seed is a fully developed embryo that is ready to begin growing. Many seeds go through a dormancy period, which is a period when the seed will not germinate and begin growing.

• No water required:

Seeds do not necessarily need water to germinate and grow, although some require water to soften the seed coat. Large seeds in dry conditions will hold water and allow the growing plant to grow deep roots without the need for rain or additional water.