Question

Which of the following is absent in the life cycle of gymnosperms?

• A. Ovules
• B. Ovary
  
• C. Microspores
• D. Megaspores

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Ovary

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

Ovaries are not produced in the lifecycle of gymnosperms.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

It is incorrect because, after the pollination in the life cycle of gymnosperm, it becomes ovules.

Option C:

It is incorrect because a mature saprophyte produces cones with microspores in the lifecycle of gymnosperms.

Option D:

It is incorrect because every single scale of ovulated cone produces megaspores in it.

Final answer: Ovaries are absent in the life cycle of gymnosperms.