Question

During the dehiscence of the anther, where does the actual rupture specifically take place?

Options

• At the tapetum

• At the microsporangium center

• At the stomium

• At the connective tissue

Answer 1

At the stomium

Explanation:

The rupture of the anther wall, aided by the endothecium, specifically occurs at a weak point called the stomium. Breaking open here allows the pollen grains to be released.