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In a typical angiosperm ovule, the small opening in the integuments through which the pollen tube usually enters is the:
AChalaza
BFunicle
CMicropyle
DHilum
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Micropyle
**Micropyle** = opening in the integuments at the apex of the ovule; site of pollen-tube entry (porogamy). **Chalaza** is the basal end; **hilum** is the funicle-body junction; **funicle** is the stalk.
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