The transport of male gametes in gymnosperms like Pinus via a pollen tube is called:
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Correct answer: Siphonogamy
Siphonogamy is the process where a pollen tube carries the male gametes to the egg. This is an evolutionary advancement that removes the dependency on external water for fertilization.
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