Biology · Reproduction
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Which one is microsporangium?
- A
Pollen grains
- B
Stamens
- C
Pollen sacs
- D
Female cone
Pollen sacs, also known as microsporangia, are structures found within the anthers of stamens. They are responsible for producing and containing the microspores, which develop into pollen grains.
This option is not correct. Pollen grains are the male gametophytes of flowering plants. They are produced by the microsporangia, which are found within the pollen sacs or stamens.
This option is also incorrect. Stamens are also male reproductive organs of flowering plants. They consist of an anther and a filament.
Pollen sacs, also known as microsporangia, are structures found within the anthers of stamens. They are responsible for producing and containing the microspores, which develop into pollen grains.
The female cone, also known as the megasporangium cone, is a structure found in gymnosperms (non-flowering plants). It is involved in the production and dispersal of female reproductive structures called megaspores, rather than microspores.
Tagged under Biology · Reproduction · 2010