Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Primary endosperm is formed earlier than the zygote although the union between the male gamete and egg happens earlier than the union of male gamete with the polar nuclei. Reason (R): Cytoplasm of central cell is more active than the egg. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

Primary endosperm formation precedes zygote division, and the central cell’s activity plays a role.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A