The zygote produces haploid cells by ________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: meiosis

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According to the cohesion-tension mechanism of water transport, which of the following DOES NOT

contribute to the flow of the xylem sap?

a. hydrogen bonds between water molecules b. adhesion of water molecules to the xylem vessel walls c. evaporation of water from the leaves d. water potential in leaf cells below that of the leaf xylem e. root pressure

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This portion of the cell responds to red light photons only

a. outer segment of rod

b. outer segment of cone c. inner segment of rod d. inner segment of cone e. synaptic terminal of rod or cone

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The plant tissue responsible for producing cells that thicken roots and stems is the

A. vascular bundle. B. intercalary meristem. C. apical meristem. D. lateral meristem. E. tracheid.

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