AIIMS AIIMS Solved Paper-2002

  • question_answer
    Xenia refers to effect of pollen on:

    A) endosperm                       

    B) stems                   

    C) taste of fruits    

    D)        vascular tissue

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Focke (1C81) introduced the term xenia for direct effect of pollen grains on the tissues surrounding the embryo. But now this term strictly using for the direct effect of pollen grains on the colour appearance or endosperm, e.g., Species of Zea mays have two types, yellow and white coloured endosperm.


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