Question

Fruit formation without fertilization is known as

• A. Parthenocarpy
• B. Autogamy
• C. Allogamy
• D. Endocarp

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Parthenocarpy

The correct option is A:

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Parthenocarpy occurs when an ovary develops into a fruit without fertilization.
2. This process produces a sterile fruit that lacks seeds.
3. For example- Banana.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

1. Autogamy is a type of self-pollination.
2. When the pollen grains transfer from the anther of a flower to the stigma of the same flower.

Option C:

Allogamy is the transfer of pollen grains from the anther of a flower on one plant to the stigma of a flower on another plant of the same species.

Option D:

Endocarp is the inner layer of the pericarp of a fruit.

Final answer: Fruit formation without fertilization is known as parthenocarpy.