Question

Select the incorrect statement regarding microsporogenesis in an anther.

• A. The developing microspore completely consumes tapetum and middle layer.
• B. The microspores, as they are formed, are arranged in a cluster of four cells-the microspore tetrad
• C. Each microsporogenesis involves one meiosis and three mitosis
• D. A large number of microspore mother cell undergoes meiosis to form microspore in one pollen sac

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Microsporogenesis is the process of the formation of microspore by involving meiosis. The microspore then forms pollen grains, which are male gametophytes. Pollen grains then undergo one mitotic division to form male gametes, and the process is known as microgametogenesis.