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The male gametes in most of the non-flowering plants are motile and these are carried to the female gamete by their own movement in presence of water.

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Because the male gamete is encapsulated within a pollen grain which prevents desiccation; the female game is protected within an ovary.

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What stops plants from flowering?

Lack of water, too much fertilizer, and too cold of temperatures can affect flowering of plants. Insufficient lighting would also stop flowering.


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