Select 2 that apply.
Plants reproduce in two ways:
strictly by budding
sexually
asexually
strictly by stems
strictly by seeds
Sexually and asexually.
Select 2 that apply.
Outside agents which move pollen include:
insects
succession
water
wind
storms
Insects and wind.
To select the two options that apply, we need to determine which options correctly describe the ways plants reproduce. Here are the explanations for each option:
1. Strictly by budding: Budding is a form of asexual reproduction. It involves the formation of a new organism from an outgrowth or bud on the parent plant. In this process, the bud develops into a new individual that is genetically identical to the parent.
2. Sexually: Sexual reproduction in plants involves the fusion of male and female gametes to produce a genetically diverse offspring. This usually occurs through the transfer of pollen from the male reproductive organs (stamen) to the female reproductive organs (pistil) of flowers.
3. Asexually: Asexual reproduction in plants involves the production of new individuals without the involvement of gametes. This can occur through various methods such as vegetative propagation, where new plants are produced from stems, roots, or leaves of the parent plant, or through the formation of structures like bulbs and tubers.
4. Strictly by stems: This option is not a valid method of plant reproduction. While stems can play a role in asexual reproduction, they are not the exclusive means by which plants reproduce.
5. Strictly by seeds: While seeds are an essential part of the plant life cycle, they are not the only method of reproduction. Seeds are formed after successful pollination and fertilization, as part of the sexual reproduction process.
Selecting the correct options based on the explanations provided, the two that apply are:
- Asexually
- Sexually