Gymnospermic leaf carries 16 chromosomes. The number of chromosomes in its endosperm will be
Correct answer: B. 8
- A. 12
- B. 8
- C. 16
- D. 24
Explanation
In gymnosperms, the endosperm is typically haploid, and its chromosome number is reduced. In this case, if the gymnospermic leaf carries 16 chromosomes, the endosperm can have 8 chromosomes.
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