In the prothallus of a vascular cryptogam, the antherozoids…

Biology The Living World Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 20, 2026

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

Self fertilization is prevented

There is no change in success rate of fertilization

There is high degree of sterility

One can conclude that the plant is apomictic

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Self fertilization is prevented – because the male and female gametes mature at different times on the prothallus, forcing cross-fertilization.

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