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Side by side with the development of endosperm, the zygote or oospore
forms .............

A

Only seed

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Embryo

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Only testa

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Embryo
In both gymnosperms and angiosperms, the oospore will form zygote as a result of fertilization. Then, it develops with the expense of endosperm, which works as a nourishment layer for the growing embryo.

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