In angiosperms, which cells fuse during syngamy?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: One male gamete and the egg cell
Syngamy is the fusion of one male gamete with the egg cell. It produces a diploid zygote, which later develops into the embryo. Fusion of the other male gamete with the two polar nuclei is called triple fusion and contributes to endosperm formation. Synergids and antipodal cells do not participate in syngamy, so option A is unambiguous.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
One male gamete and the egg cell
Why is this the correct answer?
Syngamy is the fusion of one male gamete with the egg cell. It produces a diploid zygote, which later develops into the embryo. Fusion of the other male gamete with the two polar nuclei is called triple fusion and contributes to endosperm formation. Synergids and antipodal cells do not participate in syngamy, so option A is unambiguous.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Biology question. Chapter: Morphology of Flowering Plants. Topic: flowers.
