
FG1 embryo sac
A stage FG1 embryo sac viewed by electron microscopy. The two dark masses above the embryo sac are the degenerate remains of two of the non-functional female gametophytes.
FG1 embryo sac, outlined in black. Nucleus is outlined in white. M = mitochondria. Degenerate = degenerate remains of nonfunctional female gametophytes. H = Holes in resin left by incomplete embedding process.
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Last Updated: Feb 25, 2015 - 9:53 AM