The megagametophyte of the gymnosperms is homologous to the megaprothallium (n) of the ferns and is sometimes called primary endosperm (n). The megagametophyte of seed plants is retained and nourished by the parent plant within the ovule. Ovule = megagametophyte + megasporangium (nucellus) + integument (seed coat). The megagametophytes of the gymnosperms produce several archegonia (n) with egg cells (n). Fertilization by the sperm from the pollen grain (microgametophyte, male gametophye, n) often leads to the development of several embryos (2n) within a single ovule. Polyembryony of gymnosperm seeds is a known phenomenon.
An alderman is a member of a municipal assembly or council in many jurisdictions founded upon English law. The term may be titular, denoting a high-ranking member of a borough or county council, a council member chosen by the elected members themselves rather than by popular vote, or a council member elected by voters.
Constituents may apply to them, for instance, to seek the placement of a stop sign at a high-traffic intersection, the improvement of a public area that has become dilapidated, or the enforcement of a noise ordinance. Here, an alderman can act as a link between his wardâs citizens and the municipality. Should his constituents seek a legislative measure â the introduction of property upkeep laws, for example â he might bring their appeal to the city council on which he sits.