Question

Double fertilization and triple fusion was discovered by?

• A. Nawaschin and Guignard
• B. Hofmeister
• C. Strasburger
• D. Leeuwenhoek

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Nawaschin and Guignard

The correct answer is option (A).

The explanation for Correct Answer:

1. Double fertilization was discovered by Nawaschin and Guignard.
2. Syngamy and triple fusion occur during double fertilization, resulting in the production of a zygote and a primary endosperm nucleus, respectively.

The explanation for incorrect answers:

Option (B) :

Discovering the alternation of generations in plants is what Hofmeister is known for.

Option (C) :

Mitosis in Plants was found by Strasburger.

Option (D) :

Leeuwenhoek is one of the first microscopists and microbiologists, he is hailed as "the Father of Microbiology.

Final answer: Double fertilization was discovered by Nawaschin and Guignard.