Fertilization in Plants
Fertilization in Plants: Overview
This topic covers concepts, such as, Pollen Tube Germination, Double Fertilization, Triple Fusion & Post Pollination Changes in Plants etc.
Important Questions on Fertilization in Plants
Identify the correct option with which the part shown in the diagram below can be associated:

Double fertilization involves

The generative cell is destroyed by laser but a normal pollen tube is still formed because

Double fertilization and triple fusion were discovered by

Total number of meiotic divisions required for forming 100 zygotes/100 grains of wheat is

Entry of pollen tube through micropyle is

Which cell of the female gametophyte is involved in the formation of primary endosperm nucleus (PEN) after fertilization ?

The additional nuclear ploidy levels found in a diploid angiosperm species in full bloom compared to its vegetative stage are

An angiosperm was identified with its endosperm of . Assuming that this is a self-pollinating species, which one of the following is the correct ploidy of the parent?

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The ability of the pistil to recognise pollen is dependent on ______ components and ________ guide the entry of pollentube. This study leads to help ______ in getting _________ even in _____
A Chemicals
B. Plant breeders
C. hybrids
D. Incompatible pollination
E. Synergids

Mesogamy is the entry of pollen tube into the ovule through

Number of gametes participates in triple fusion, and double fertilisation respectively are

Name the nuclei taking part in triple fusion.

Define triple fusion.

Give significance of double fertilization.

Write a short note on triple fusion.

Describe briefly the process of fertilization in angiosperms. Explain the changes in the cells present in the embryo sac after fertilization.

How many types of pollen tube entry are there in the ovule? Write different types of pollen tube entry in the ovule.

Write the importance of triple fusion.

What is double fertilization?
