AIPMT MAINS 2012 Botany Pollen Grain Structure MCQ Question
Which one of the following statements is wrong?
When pollen is shed at two-celled stage, double fertilization does not take place.
Vegetative cell is larger than generative cell.
Pollen grains in some plants remain viable for months.
Intine is made up of cellulose and pectin.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
In more than 60% angiospermic plants, pollen grains are released in a two-celled stage, and double fertilization does take place.
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