Which of the following statements about plant reproduction is correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following statements about plant reproduction is correct?
A. Double fertilization produces a diploid endosperm.
B. The pollen tube enters the ovule through the chalaza.
C. The ovary develops into the seed.
D. Pollination is the transfer of pollen from anther to stigma.
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Pollination is indeed pollen transfer. Double fertilization produces triploid endosperm; pollen tube enters via micropyle; ovary becomes fruit, ovule becomes seed.

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