Question

During the pollen grain formation, the generative cell divides to give rise to the two male gametes. What is the ploidy of the generative cell?

(a) n

(b) 2n

(c) 3n

(d) 4n

Answer 1

The generative cell in a pollen grain is typically haploid (n). It is formed through the process of meiosis, which reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in haploid cells. Therefore, the correct answer is: (a) n