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1 markReproduction in Plants

CAPE Biology Unit 1 · 2015 · Paper 2 · Question 3(b)

Figure 4 is a diagram of a cross section of a fertilized ovule of a flowering plant.

Figure 4 is a diagram of a cross section of a fertilized ovule of a flowering plant.

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  1. 3(a)Table 2 is an incomplete comparison of some features of a human ovum with some features of a spermatozoon.[1 mark]
  2. 3(a)(i)Complete Table 2 by writing the missing information in the relevant spaces in the table.[6 marks]
  3. 3(a)(ii)With reference to a specific function of the human ovum, discuss how its structure is suited to the stated function.[3 marks]
  4. 3(b)(i)On Figure 4, indicate, using an arrow labelled X, the structure which will develop a radicle and plumule.[1 mark]
  5. 3(b)(ii)Identify the structure labelled Y and explain its role in the developing embryo.[2 marks]
  6. 3(b)(iii)An orange is described as a fleshy fruit. Name the part of a flowering plant which develops into a fleshy fruit after the ovule has been fertilized. Comment on…[3 marks]

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