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An orthotropous ovule is one in which mi...

An orthotropous ovule is one in which micropyle and chalaza are

A

In straight line of funiculus

B

Parallel to funiculus

C

At right angles to funiculus

D

Oblique to funiculus

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Orthotropus ovule is upright position. The micropyle, chalaza and hilum lie in one straight line so this ovule is called straight or upright ovule Ex: Polygonum.
It is the most primitive and most simple type of ovule in angiosperm. Raphe is absent.
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