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Question:

Which one of the following statements regarding post-fertilization development in flowering plants is incorrect?

Zygote develops into embryo

Ovary develops into fruit

Ovules develop into embryo sac

Central cell develops into endosperm

Solution:

Correct option is C. Ovules develop into embryo sac.
Following are the post-fertilisation changes:
• Ovule → Seed
• Ovary → Fruit
• Zygote → Embryo
• Central cell → Endosperm
So, the correct answer is 'Ovules develop into embryo sac'