Define hemitropous ovule?
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Hemitropous ovule: In this type of ovule the body of the ovule bent on funicle at 90° that means the body of ovule present at right angle to the funiculus. Example: Ranunculus, Primula.
Extra Information:
* This ovule is also called as horizontal ovule because the body of ovule is present in horizontal position on the funiculus.
* This type of ovules are also known as Hemianatropous Ovule.
* This is the intermediate type between ortho and anatropous ovules.
*Micropyle & chalaza both are present at the same line but micropyle is situated away from hilum.
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Explanation:
There are six types of ovules which are formed in angiosperms and the most common type is anatropous ovule. ... Hemitropous ovule- The body of ovule is placed transversely at right angles to the funicle. The micropyle and chalaza lie in one straight line. For example, Ranunculus.