Micropyle

Micropyle [ Botany ]
Adjective: Micropylar

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A micropyle is a minute opening in the ovule wall (integument) through which the pollen tube enter during fertilization.

After fertilization, the ovule becomes a seed, the embryo seedling starts to develop, and a corresponding opening is created in the outer coat of the seed to allow for water entry.

[From Greek “micro-” meaning “small” + Greek “pule” meaning “gate” ]

Usually the micropyle persist as a pore in the seed coat.

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