Multiple choice

In Angiosperms, the functional megaspore of a linear tetrad is

  1. first from micropyle

  2. second from micropyle

  3. third from micropyle

  4. fourth from micropyle
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Explanation

In a linear tetrad of megaspores, the three megaspores near the micropyle degenerate, while the one furthest from the micropyle (the chalazal end) remains functional and develops into the embryo sac.

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