What is the function of germ pore?

Options

(a) Emergence of radicle
(b) Absorption of water for seed germination
(c) Initiation of pollen tube
(d) Release of male gametes

Correct Answer:

Initiation of pollen tube

Explanation:

The germ pores are apertures in the exine layer of the pollen grain. where the sporopollenin is absent. The pollen grain a thin-walled area through which the germ tube (or) pollen tube emerges on germination. It helps to the formation of the pollen tube and releases the male gamete during fertilization.