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When comparing the alternation of generations in the pteridophytes (ferns) with angiosperms (flowering plants), the gametophyte in the ferns produces both male and female gametes. This contrasts with the angiosperms having one gametophyte producing sperm and a separate gametophyte producing eggs.a) What advantage is there in having the male and female gametes produced by the same gametophyte? (25 words, 1 mark)b) What disadvantage is there in having the male and female gametes produced by different gametophytes? In your answer, describe two mechanisms angiosperms have evolved to overcome this problem. (100 words, 3 marks)Note: Please do not consider the impact of self-incompatibility when answering this question.
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