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How does the gametophyte generation differ genetically from the sporophyte generation?
It lacks genetic material (DNA).
It contains half the genetic material (is haploid).
It contains a full set of genetic material (is diploid).
It undergoes asexual reproduction.
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It contains half the genetic material (is haploid).
Explanation: The gametophyte generation is haploid (n) and produces haploid gametes. When two gametes fuse, they form a diploid (2n) zygote that grows into the sporophyte. The sporophyte is diploid and produces haploid spores by meiosis.
Explanation: The gametophyte generation is haploid (n) and produces haploid gametes. When two gametes fuse, they form a diploid (2n) zygote that grows into the sporophyte. The sporophyte is diploid and produces haploid spores by meiosis.
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