Question

What is the tendency of endosperm in gymnosperms?

• A. Haploid
• B. Diploid
• C. Triploid
• D. None of these

Hint:

In gymnosperms, the endosperm is haploid, while in most angiosperms it is triploid.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understand the nature of gymnosperm endosperm.
In gymnosperms, the endosperm is formed through a process called free nuclear division, and it remains haploid. This is unlike angiosperms, where the endosperm is triploid.
Step 2: Review the options.
- Haploid is the correct answer, as gymnosperms have haploid endosperm.
- Diploid is not correct as gymnosperms do not form diploid endosperms.
- Triploid is typical in angiosperms, not gymnosperms.
- "None of these" is incorrect as haploid is the right answer.
Step 3: Conclude.
The endosperm in gymnosperms is haploid, making option (A) the correct answer.
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