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Reproduction in Gymnosperms

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How many chromosomes are present in gymnospermic endosperm if a leaf has 12 chromosomes ?

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24

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B

6

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C

12

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18

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Solution

The correct option is B 6
Conclusion

Leaves of the gymnosperm are diploid and if it contains 12 chromosomes, then the haploid endosperm contains 6 chromosomes.

Final answer

a. 6

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