Question
What are the changes that take place in the ovule after fertilization?
Answer
After fertilization, the ovule undergoes several changes that transform it into a seed. These changes include:
- The zygote develops into an embryo, which will form the new plant.
- The ovule’s integuments (protective outer layers) develop into a seed coat that surrounds and protects the embryo.
- The endosperm, a tissue that provides nutrients for the developing embryo, is formed by the fusion of the second male gamete with the two polar nuclei.
- The ovary develops into a fruit, which protects and disperses the seeds.
