Gen Combo Ll Biology; Connect W/learnsmart Labs Access Card
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ISBN: 9781259853197
Author: Robert Brooker
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 39, Problem 5TY
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Introduction: The flower corresponds to the reproductive part of a plant. The male reproductive system is called “androecium”. However, the female reproductive system is known as “gynoecium”. The fusion of male and female gametes is called fertilization.
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