Q42 / 180 · NEET 2026 (Re-NEET) · Botany

Which of the following in female gametophyte of an angiosperm helps in guiding the pollen tube for fertilizing the eggs ?

  • A
    Polar nucleus
  • B
    Antipodals
  • Correct answer
    C
    Synergids
  • D
    Central cells

Solution

In the female gametophyte (embryo sac) of an angiosperm, the synergids possess special cellular thickenings at the micropylar tip called the filiform apparatus.

The filiform apparatus plays a crucial role in guiding the pollen tube into the synergid for the release of male gametes during fertilization.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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