Question

Triple fusion in angiosperms is a phenomenon that involves fusion of

• A. Single male gamete with two polar nuclei
• B. Single female gamete with two polar nuclei
• C. Single male gamete with single polar nucleus
• D. Single female gamete with single polar nucleus

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Single male gamete with two polar nuclei

Triple fusion is a unique phenomenon found in angiosperms. It involves the fusion of one of the two male gametes present in the pollen tube with two polar nuclei located inside the central cell of the embryo sac.