Question:

Apomixis is a type of reproduction that results in the development of a/an

Updated On: Jul 27, 2022
  • New seed with fusion of gametes
  • Embryo from integuments
  • New seed without fusion of gametes
  • Embryo from endosperm
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Apomixis is the formation of new individuals by asexual methods that mimic sexual reproduction including seed formation but do not involves the fusion of gametes or sex cells. The organism reproducing through apomixes is called apomict. It is commonly seen in grasses and plants of family Asteraceae. Seeds formed by the process of apomixis are called apomictic seeds.
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Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants

Sexual reproduction in flowering plants takes place or happens when the production of a new organism occurs from two parents by making use of their gametes or sex cells. Both sexual and asexual reproduction can be found in plants. Nearly all flowering plants reproduce sexually. Flowers play a captious role in the process as it carries both the male and female reproductive parts commonly known as androecium and gynoecium respectively.

An individual flower comprises the following parts - 

  • Pedicle
  • Calyx
  • Petals
  • Sepals
  • Stamen
  • Pistil
  • Receptacle