The event which does NOT occur in the life cycle of gymnosperms is the formation of:
Correct answer: B. Two male gametes
- A. Pollen tube
- B. Two male gametes
- C. Endosperm nucleus
- D. Multi-nucleated female gametophyte
Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: two male gametes.In gymnosperms, unlike angiosperms, there is no double fertilization event that results in the formation of two male gametes. Instead, gymnosperms typically produce one sperm cell that fertilizes the egg.
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