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The formation of gametophyte from the sporophyte (without meiosis) is called as

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Apospory
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Apogamy
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Agametospermy
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is A Apospory
A. Apospory is the development of gametophyte (2n) from the sporophyte without meiosis.
B. Apogamy is the development of a sporophyte from the gametophyte without the formation of gametes.
C. Agametospermy is a kind of asexual reproduction in which unfertilized ovules develop into seeds.
So, the correct answer is option A - 'Apospory'.

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