Question

What are 3 chalazal cells called?

• A. Synergids
• B. Antipodal cells
• C. Polar nuclei
• D. Chalaza

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Antipodal cells

• The 3 chalazal cells are called antipodal cells.

• These are vegetative cells that provide nourishment to the embryo sac.

• After fertilization these cells degenerate.

• Internally they are connected to the central cell by plasmodesmata.