What is the difference between cross and self fertilization?
A)In cross-fertilization the gametes from one plant are used to fertilize the gametes of another plant
B)In cross-fertilization the gametes from one plant are used to fertilize the gametes from the same plant
C)In self-fertilization the gametes from one plant are used to fertilize the gametes from another plant
D)In cross-fertilization insects are used to pollinate the plants while in self-fertilization the investigator pollinates the plants

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Cross-fertilization involves the transfer of gametes from one plant to another plant for fertilization, while self-fertilization involves the transfer of gametes from within the same plant for fertilization. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Options B and C are incorrect because they are reversed and do not involve cross-fertilization. Option D is incorrect because it describes a difference in the method of pollination, not the difference between cross and self-fertilization.

What Is the Difference Between Cross and Self Fertilization