Question

Which among the following statements are true for sexual reproduction in flowering plants?

(i) It requires two types of gametes.

(ii) Fertilisation is a compulsory event.

(iii) It results in the formation of zygote.

(iv) Offsprings formed are clones.

• A. (i) and (iv) only
• B. (i), (ii), and (iv) only
• C. (i), (ii), and (iii) only
• D. (i), (iii), and (iv) only

Answer 1

The correct option is C (i), (ii), and (iii) only

Fertilisation is defined as the fusion of the male and the female gametes which gives rise to the formation of a new offspring which have similarities and variations from both its parents. Whereas, clones are identical to the parent plant and are formed in case of asexual reproduction.