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Which of the following term is best suited for the process, which involves production of offsprings by the formation and fusion of gametes?

Options

  1. AAmphimixis
  2. BApomixis
  3. CApogamy
  4. DParthenocarpy

Correct answer

A. Amphimixis

Step-by-step solution

Amphimixis is the process of sexual reproduction which involves the formation and fusion of male and female gametes to produce offspring. Apomixis is a type of asexual reproduction that mimics sexual reproduction but occurs without the fusion of gametes. Apogamy is the development of a sporophyte directly from a gametophyte without fertilization. Parthenocarpy is the development of fruit without fertilization, resulting in seedless fruits. Answer: Amphimixis

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