Which part of the ovule provides nourishment to the developing embryo?
A
Chalaza
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B
Nucellus
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C
Funiculus
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D
Micropyle
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Solution
The correct option is B
Nucellus
Nucellus is a mass of parenchymatous cells, which is surrounded by integuments. It encloses the embryo sac and provides nutrition to the developing embryo.