Question

The condition of fusion of anthers to form a tube with filaments remaining free is

• A. Gynandrous
• B. Monadelphous
• C. Syngenesious
• D. Syncarpous

Answer 1

The correct option is C Syngenesious

The condition of the stamens in which the anthers are fused to a form a tubular bundle while their filaments are free is called syngenesious or synantherous.

A. In gynandrous condition, the stamens are fused with pistil.

B. In monadelphous condition, the filaments are united to form a single bundle.

C. In syngenesious condition, the anthers are united to form a tube while filaments are free.

D. In syncarpous condition, the carpels are fused.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Syngenesious'