10 Questions
What is the total number of haploid nuclei produced in the ovule after three successive mitotic divisions?
Eight
What is the function of the synergids in the female gametophyte?
To guide the pollen tube toward the egg
What is the name given to the structure formed by the fusion of the two central cell nuclei?
Diploid nucleus
What is the role of the tapetal cells in the anther?
To nourish the microspores
What is the name given to the structure formed by the developing megagametophyte?
Embryo sac
What is the term 'angiosperm' derived from?
Two Greek words: 'angio' meaning 'vessel' and 'sperma' meaning 'seed'
What is the result of the nucleus of the fourth megaspore undergoing mitosis during gametophyte development?
The cell grows larger and its two haploid nuclei divide once more
What is the structure that develops from an ovule within a carpel and is part of an ovary that becomes a fruit?
Seed
During the development of gametophytes, how many times do the resulting four nuclei divide?
Twice
What is the number of haploid megaspores produced by the megasporocyte during meiosis?
Four
Learn about the formation of ovules in plant reproduction, including the process of mitotic divisions and differentiation of maternal tissue into integuments and seed coat.
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