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The Process of Meiosis and Fertilization
The process begins with meiosis, where the diploid chromosomes are halved during cell division, resulting in haploid gametes. In this critical first stage, the chromosome number is reduced from 2n to n. Once a sperm and egg cell fuse during fertilization, the chromosome count is restored to diploid (2n), leading to the formation of a zygote that eventually develops into a new organism.
Role of Flowers in Reproduction
Flowers are the primary reproductive structures of angiosperms. They serve as specialized organs that facilitate reproduction by providing a platform for the union of sperm and egg cells. Within flowering plants, two main types of pollination occur: self-pollination and cross-pollination.