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The secondary nucleus of an angiosperm after fertilization is ______. - Biology (Theory)

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The secondary nucleus of an angiosperm after fertilization is ______.

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The secondary nucleus of an angiosperm after fertilization is 3x.

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After fertilization in angiosperms, the secondary nucleus (formed by the fusion of two polar nuclei) fuses with one male gamete. This triple fusion results in a primary endosperm nucleus that is triploid (3x). Thus, the secondary nucleus after fertilization is 3x in ploidy, forming the endosperm nucleus, which nourishes the developing embryo.

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Chapter 2: Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants - TEST YOUR PROGRESS [Page 58]

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Nootan Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 2 Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants
TEST YOUR PROGRESS | Q 1. 3. | Page 58
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