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The development of embryo from the antipodal cells or synergids other than egg cell is known as

A. Apospory

B. Apogamy

C. Apogenesis

D. None of the above

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The development of an embryo from antipodal cells or synergids other than egg cells is known as Apogamy.
Apogamy is a type of reproduction, occurring in some ferns, in which the sporophyte develops from the gametophyte without fusion of gametes.
The development of a diploid cell in the embryo sac of flowering plants into an embryo without being fertilized.

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