NEETBiologySexual Reproduction in Flowering PlantsMCQ+4 / −1
In some plants, the female gamete develops into embryo without fertilization. This phenomenon is known as :
- ASyngamy
- BParthenocarpy
- CParthenogenesis
- DAutogamy
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Correct answer: C
Parthenogenesis is the process, whereby the female gamete develops into new organism without fertilisation. Seedless fruits are formed by parthenogenesis.
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