Fusion of one of the male gametes with egg nucleus is referred to as.
A
Generative fertilisation
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B
Syngamy
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C
Vegetative fertilisation
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D
Both (a) and (b)
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Solution
The correct option is C Both (a) and (b) Fertilisation is also known as generative fertilisation, insemination, pollination, syngamy and impregnation and it is the fusion of gametes to initiate the development of a new individual organism. The cycle of fertilisation and development of new individuals is called sexual reproduction.