Question

Significance of double fertilization in seed development

Answer 1

Double fertilization plays a significant role in seed development.

1. It gives stimulus to the plant due to which ovary develops into fruit and ovules develop into seeds.

2. It restores the diploid condition by fusion of haploid male and female gametes.

3. It results in the formation of diploid zygote, which develops into an embryo and gives rise to a new plant.