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In some species of family Asteraceae seeds are produced without fertilisation. It is known as
In some species of family Asteraceae seeds are produced without fertilisation. It is known as
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The correct option is C Apomixis
Apomixis is an asexual method of reproduction in which seed formation takes place without fertilization. Amphimixis is the union of male and female gamete during sexual reproduction. Parthenocarpy is production of fruit without fertilization of egg thus forming seedless fruit. Vivipary is the germination of embryo even when attached to the parent plant. It takes place in mangroves such as Rhizophora.Thus, the correct answer is option A.
Apomixis is an asexual method of reproduction in which seed formation takes place without fertilization.
Amphimixis is the union of male and female gamete during sexual reproduction.
Parthenocarpy is production of fruit without fertilization of egg thus forming seedless fruit.
Vivipary is the germination of embryo even when attached to the parent plant. It takes place in mangroves such as Rhizophora.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.
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