The main functions of antipodals are:
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Antipodals are nutritive in function; it nourishes the embryo sac.
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Substances produced by the antipodals helps in the growth and development of the endosperm.
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It contains large amount of starch, lipids and proteins which are used up by the developing embryo and the endosperm.
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In certain plants the antipodals also functions as haustoria.
