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If the diploid chromosome number in a flowering plant is 12, then which one of the following will have only 6 chromosomes?
BiologySexual Reproduction in Flowering PlantsNEET
Options:
  • A Endosperm
  • B Leaf cells
  • C Cotyledons
  • D Synergids
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Synergids
Synergids are formed by megaspore, which is a haploid structure. Thus, synergids are haploid and possess 6 chromosomes.

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