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The phenomenon where a seed develops without fertilization is known as:

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: [C]
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Apomixis
	**Related Topics**: Parthenogenesis, Polyembryony, Parthenocarpy
	**Prerequisites**: Understanding of plant reproduction
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
		1. The seed develops without fertilization.
		2. Different processes related to asexual and sexual reproduction in plants.
**Method & Steps**:
	1. Identify the process of seed development without fertilization.
		Reasoning: In some plants, seeds can develop from ovules without the need for fertilization.
		Formula/Rule: Apomixis is defined as the development of seeds without fertilization.
	2. Distinguish between related terms.
		Working: Parthenogenesis is asexual reproduction in animals, Polyembryony involves multiple embryos in one seed, and Parthenocarpy refers to the development of fruit without fertilization.
		Key Point: Only Apomixis specifically refers to seed development without fertilization.
	3. Confirm the definition and context of each term.
		Result: Apomixis is the correct term for this phenomenon.
		Verification: By reviewing definitions of related terms, Apomixis stands out as the correct answer.
## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] :x: Parthenogenesis refers to asexual reproduction in animals, not plants.
[B] :x: Polyembryony is the occurrence of multiple embryos, not related to fertilization.
[C] ✓: Apomixis is the correct term for seed development without fertilization.
[D] :x: Parthenocarpy is the development of fruit without fertilization, not seeds.
## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing Apomixis with Parthenogenesis: Remember that Apomixis is plant-specific.
		2. Misunderstanding Polyembryony: It specifically refers to multiple embryos in a single seed.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Associate Apomixis with 'a' for 'absence of fertilization'.
		2. Recall that Parthenocarpy relates to fruit, not seeds.

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Parthenogenesis

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Polyembryony

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The correct Option is "Apomixis"

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Parthenocarpy

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