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- The transfer of pollen from the anthers of one flower to the stigma of another flower
. The transfer of pollen from the anthers of one flower to the stigma of another flower
The transfer of pollen from the anthers of one flower to the stigma of another flower of the same plant is called
A: Geitonogamy
B: Xenogamy
C: Dichogamy
D: Dicliny
Best Answer
Explanation-
Pollination refers to the transfer of pollen from anther to the stigma of a flower.
Geitonogamy-Transfer of pollen from anthers of one flower to the stigma of another flower of the same plant.
Xenogamy- Transfer of pollen from anther to the stigma of another flower of a different plant.
Dichogamy- It is an outbreeding device, to prevent self-pollination here anther, and stigma matures at different times.
- Protandry-In this anther matures first than the stigma of the same flower, so pollen is transferred to another flower. E.g. Sunflower
- Protogyny-In this stigma matures first than anther of the same flower. E.G.-Mirabilis jalapa.
Dicliny- Flowers are unisexual so self-pollination does not take place. It is also an outbreeding device to prevent self-pollination.
Final Answer-
So, The correct option is A.
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