Question

Which of the following is incorrect with respect to the tapetum?

• A. It is the innermost layer of anther wall.
• B. It possess dense cytoplasm and generally have one nucleus
• C. It nourishes the developing pollen grains
• D. It surrounds the inner sporogenous tissue

Answer 1

The correct option is B

It possess dense cytoplasm and generally have one nucleus

Tapetum surrounds the sporogenous tissue. Tapetal cells are thin walled with dense cytoplasm and possess more than one nucleus.