Question

Write short note on fertilization in volvox.

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Answer 1

Explanation:

Fertilization of Volvox:

Some antherozoids enter each oogonium. Only one antherozoid enters inside the oogonium through receptive spot. After this plasmogainy i.e., fusion of male and female cytoplasm and karyogamy i.e., fusion of male and female nuclei take place. This results in formation of diploid zygote (Fig.

Answer 2

Volvox is free floating fresh water green algae. Volvox grows as planktons on surface of water bodies like temporary and permanent ponds, lakes and water tanks. During rainy season due to its fast growth the surface of water bodies become green. The Volvox colonies appear as green rolling balls on surface of water.

Volvox is free floating fresh water green algae. Volvox grows as planktons on surface of water bodies like temporary and permanent ponds, lakes and water tanks. During rainy season due to its fast growth the surface of water bodies become green. The Volvox colonies appear as green rolling balls on surface of water.hope it's helps to you