The Formation of a Zygote and a Cell with a Triploid

question 28

Multiple Choice

The formation of a zygote and a cell with a triploid nucleus is unique to flowering plants.What is this process called?

• A)fertilization
• B)double fertilization
• C)germination
• D)pollination

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