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In angiosperm, the female gametophyte is...

In angiosperm, the female gametophyte is the

A

Egg apparatus

B

Embryo

C

Synergids

D

Embryo sac

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the identification of the female gametophyte in angiosperms. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - Egg apparatus - Embryo - Synergids - Embryo sac 3. **Defining Female Gametophyte**: In angiosperms (flowering plants), the female gametophyte is known as the embryo sac. This is the structure that develops from the megasporangium and is crucial for reproduction. 4. **Components of the Embryo Sac**: The embryo sac consists of: - Three antipodal cells - One central cell - One egg cell - Two synergids 5. **Clarifying Other Options**: - **Egg Apparatus**: This is a structure within the embryo sac that includes the egg cell and synergids, but it is not the entire female gametophyte. - **Embryo**: This is the result of fertilization between the male gamete and the egg cell, not the female gametophyte itself. - **Synergids**: These are supportive cells found in the egg apparatus of the embryo sac, but they are not the female gametophyte. 6. **Conclusion**: Based on the definitions and components discussed, the correct answer to the question is the **embryo sac**, as it is the complete female gametophyte in angiosperms. **Final Answer**: In angiosperm, the female gametophyte is the **embryo sac**. ---
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