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If the meiocyte of a maize plant contains 20 chromosomes. Write the number of chromo.-some in the endosperm nad embryo of the maize grain and give reasons in support of your answer.

Answer» No. of chromosomes in endosperm=30
No. of chromosomes in embryo=20
Endosperm is formed by primary endosperm nucleus which results from triple fusion ( fusion of one male gamete with the secondary nucleus ) whereas embryo is formed from zygote which is formed by syngamy.


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