Biology · SEXUAL REPRODUCTION IN FLOWERING PLANTS
हिन्दीHow many mitotic divisions are strictly required for the nucleus of a functional megaspore to develop into a mature 8-nucleate female gametophyte?
Correct answer · Option 2
Three sequential mitotic nuclear divisions
Explanation
1 functional megaspore nucleus divides mitotically (1st division) -> 2 nuclei -> (2nd division) -> 4 nuclei -> (3rd division) -> 8 nuclei. Thus, 3 sequential mitotic divisions occur.