Multiple choice

Which among the following statements regarding the pollen production in angiosperms is incorrect?

  1. The microsporangia form sacs or pockets (locules) in the anther.

  2. Each microsporangium contains haploid pollen mother cells.

  3. Each microspore divides mitotically to form an immature microgametophyte.

  4. The pollen is eventually released when the anther forms openings.

  5. Pollen of angiosperms must be transported to the stigma of a compatible flower.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Each microsporangium is lined with a nutritive tissue layer called the tapetum and initially contains diploid pollen mother cells.

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