Apomixis is best described as:
AHybridisation of two species
BA form of asexual reproduction that mimics sexual reproduction — seeds form without fertilisation
CPollination by water
DSexual reproduction with double fertilisation
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A form of asexual reproduction that mimics sexual reproduction — seeds form without fertilisation
**Apomixis** = asexual reproduction that **mimics sexual reproduction** by forming seeds without fertilisation. Genetically, apomictic seeds are clones of the parent — important in hybrid seed industry.
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