Which one of the following statements is correct?

Options

(a) sporogenous tissue is haploid
(b) Endothecium produces the microspores
(c) Tapetum nourishes the developing pollen
(d) Hard outer layer of pollen is called intine

Correct Answer:

Tapetum nourishes the developing pollen

Explanation:

Sporogenous tissue is always diploid, endothecium is second layer of another wll and perform the function of protection and help in dehiscence of anther to release the pollen. Hard outer layer of pollen is called exine byt tapetum always nourishes the developing pollen. Cells of the tapetum possess dense cytoplasm aond generally have more than one nucleus (polypoid).