Meiosis is best observed in dividing
A. Cells of apical meristem
B. Cells of lateral meristem
C. Microspores and anther wall
D. Microsporocytes
Answer: Option D
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Meiosis is best observed in dividing microsporocytes.The male gametophyte is initiated in the flower within anther sacs. Their precursors consist of large cells found in a stacked column near the center of the anther sacs; these cells are known as microsporocytes.
A diploid cell undergoes meiosis to produce microspores as part of microsporogenesis. Also called microspore mother cell pollen mother cell.
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