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What happens to the following after fertilization?

(a) ovules

(b) calyx

(c) petals

(d) )stamens


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Fertilization:

The union of male and female gametes to produce a zygote is known as plant fertilization.

Flower:

  1. It is used for sexual reproduction.
  2. Calyx, corolla, androecium, and gynoecium are the four floral whorls found in most flowers.

(a). Ovules:

  1. Ovules are present inside the ovary.
  2. After fertilization, the ovules develop into seeds.

(b). Calyx:

  1. The calyx is the collective name for the sepals.
  2. After fertilization, either stay intact in a dried and shriveled condition or fall off.

( c) Petals:

After fertilization, petals fall off.

(d) stamen:

  1. It is the male reproductive organ.
  2. After fertilization, stamens fall off.

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