Question

Filiform apparatus is found in which part of angiosperms?

• A. Sperm
• B. Antipodal
• C. Egg
• D. Synergid

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Synergid

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Filiform apparatus is present inside the ovary of the flower.
2. It is a thickened and prominent structure.
3. Synergids show a filiform apparatus attached to their upper wall. It attracts and guides the pollen tube.
4. Synergid cells are two small, specialized cells in the embryo sac adjacent to the egg cells of the female gametophyte.
5. It nourishes the ovum and functions in guiding the pollen tube.
6. The function of the pollen tube is carrying male gametes towards the ovary through stigma and style.
7. It enters the ovum through the micropylar end and enters the synergid cell adjacent to the egg cell.
8. The filiform apparatus guides the entry of the pollen tube into synergids.

Final Answer: Filiform apparatus is found in the synergid part of angiosperms.