Here's a breakdown:
* Gametophyte: This is the haploid generation of the plant life cycle. It produces gametes (sperm and egg) through mitosis.
* Sporophyte: This is the diploid generation of the plant life cycle. It produces spores through meiosis.
The dominant generation in a plant's life cycle varies depending on the plant group:
* Mosses and liverworts: The gametophyte generation is dominant, meaning it is the larger, more visible generation.
* Ferns: The sporophyte generation is dominant.
* Seed plants (gymnosperms and angiosperms): The sporophyte generation is dominant.
Therefore, while both generations are present in the plant life cycle, the gametophyte generation is the one responsible for producing gametes.
