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The phenomenon wherein, the ovary develops into a fruit without fertilisation is called

A

parthenocarpy

B

apomixis

C

asexual reporduction

D

sexual reporduction

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term that describes the process where an ovary develops into a fruit without fertilization. 2. **Identifying Key Terms**: The key terms in the question are "ovary," "develops into a fruit," and "without fertilization." This indicates that we are looking for a specific type of fruit development. 3. **Exploring the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Parthenocarpy - B) Apomixis - C) Asexual reproduction - D) Sexual reproduction 4. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Parthenocarpy**: This is the process where the ovary develops into a fruit without fertilization, leading to seedless fruits. - **Apomixis**: This refers to a form of asexual reproduction where seeds are produced without fertilization, but it does not specifically refer to fruit development. - **Asexual reproduction**: This is a broader term that refers to reproduction without the fusion of gametes, but it does not specifically address the development of fruit. - **Sexual reproduction**: This involves fertilization and the formation of seeds, which is the opposite of what the question describes. 5. **Selecting the Correct Answer**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is **A) Parthenocarpy**. This term specifically refers to the development of fruit from the ovary without fertilization. 6. **Examples and Additional Information**: Common examples of parthenocarpic fruits include bananas and citrus fruits. This phenomenon can be induced by plant hormones such as auxins and gibberellins. **Final Answer**: The phenomenon wherein the ovary develops into a fruit without fertilization is called **Parthenocarpy**. ---

**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term that describes the process where an ovary develops into a fruit without fertilization. 2. **Identifying Key Terms**: The key terms in the question are "ovary," "develops into a fruit," and "without fertilization." This indicates that we are looking for a specific type of fruit development. 3. **Exploring the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Parthenocarpy ...
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