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How many cells are there in the embryo sac?

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In flowering plants, the embryo sac consists of 7 cells and 8 nuclei, with one central cell containing two polar nuclei.
Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
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Within the ovule, the plant embryo sac typically contains 7 cells. These are: 1. One egg cell, 2. Two synergids, 3. Three antipodal cells, 4. A central cell containing two polar nuclei. This 7-cell structure is characteristic of the embryo sac in most flowering plants.
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