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Anatropous ovule

Definition: Anatropous ovule refers to an ovule that is inverted or turned backward, with the micropyle (the opening through which the pollen enters) and the chalaza (base of the ovule) located close together.

Sample sentences:

1. The anatropous ovule is characteristic of most flowering plants.
2. During the development of an anatropous ovule, it undergoes a series of growth stages.
3. Pollination occurs when pollen is transferred to the micropyle of an anatropous ovule.
4. The chalaza and micropyle of the anatropous ovule play vital roles in fertilization.
5. Anatropous ovules are considered to be the most common type of ovules found in the plant kingdom.

Related products: Check out these books on Amazon for a deeper understanding of anatropous ovules:

• Plant Ovules: Their Structure and Function
• Flowering Plant Reproduction: The Processes of Pollination, Fertilization, and Seed Development
• Plant Biology: An Introduction to Plant Structure and Development