Question

Ubisch bodies found in tapetal cell helps in the formation of

• A. Pollenkitt and pollinia
• B. Exine
• C. Intine and pollenkitt
  
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Exine

The small acellular structures of sporopollenin is known as ubisch bodies. These are also known as orbicules. These are produced as a byproducts of pollen wall sporopollenin synthesis. It helps in pollen development. It is mainly found in the extracellular matrix of the tapetal cells which helps in the formation of exine.

So, the correct answer is option B.