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Assertion : A typical microsporangium of angiosperms is generally surrounded by four wall layers - epidermis, endothecium, middle layers and tepetum.
Reson : The outer three wall layers perform the function of protection and help in dehiscence of anther to release the pollen.

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If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion

C

If assertion is true but reason is false

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If both assertion and reason are false

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