Answer: Nourish the developing pollen grains.
- A Nourish the developing pollen grains
- B Protect the ovule from drying
- C Anchor the stigma to the style
- D Store starch for the fruit
Correct answer: A. Nourish the developing pollen grains
Explanation: The tapetum is the innermost layer of the microsporangium wall and provides nourishment to the developing pollen grains.
Concept context
Flower structure, pollination, double fertilization, and seed/fruit development - the highest-scoring Class 12 biology chapter in NEET.
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