[Campbell Biology P.696] Which of the following statements accurately describes the differen... | Practice Question

Which of the following statements accurately describes the difference in the outcome of double fertilization between angiosperms and the gymnosperm species belonging to the phylum Gnetophyta, as described in the text?

  • A: Angiosperms produce two embryos, while Gnetophytes produce an embryo and endosperm.
  • B: Angiosperms produce an embryo and endosperm, while Gnetophytes produce two embryos.
  • C: Both produce an embryo and endosperm, but their ploidy levels differ.
  • D: Gnetophytes do not undergo double fertilization, unlike angiosperms.

Explanation

The text states: "Another type of double fertilization occurs in some gymnosperm species belonging to the phylum Gnetophyta. However, double fertilization in these species gives rise to two embryos rather than to an embryo and endosperm."