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(a) Define the terms monoecious and dioe...

(a) Define the terms monoecious and dioecious with respect to sexuality in plants mentioning examples for each.
( b) Distinguish between homogametes and heterogametes.

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The term monoecious is used to denote bisexual condition i.e. both male and female reproductive structures are in the same plant. e.g. coconut The term dioecious is used to denote unisexual condition i.e. male and femaloe flowers are present on different plants. eg papaya .
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