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Megasporophyll is called:-...

Megasporophyll is called:-

A

Stamen

B

Carpel

C

Ovary

D

Stigma

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Term Megasporophyll**: Begin by defining what a megasporophyll is. A megasporophyll is a leaf-like structure that bears megasporangia, which are responsible for producing megaspores. These megaspores develop into female gametophytes. 2. **Identifying Related Structures**: Recognize that in flowering plants (angiosperms), the structure that corresponds to megasporophylls is known as the carpel. The carpel is the female reproductive part of a flower and contains the ovary, style, and stigma. 3. **Differentiating Between Sporophylls**: Differentiate between megasporophylls and microsporophylls. While megasporophylls are associated with female gametophyte production, microsporophylls are associated with male gametophyte production. Microsporophylls are typically found in the stamens of flowers. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the definitions and relationships established, conclude that the term "megasporophyll" is synonymous with "carpel" in flowering plants. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is "Carpel". **Final Answer**: Megasporophyll is called Carpel. ---
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