Q. If the number of chromosomes in egg cell is 8, then what is the number of chromosomes on endosperm?
A) 24
B) 8
C) 16
D) 12
Explanation
Egg cell is haploid, whereas endosperm is triploid as it is formed by fusion of one male gamete with two polar nuclei. Therefore, the number of chromosomes in endosperm will be 8$\times$3=24.
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