Pollen Flashcards
1
Q
Features of plants adapted for insect pollination
A
Large colourful petals, scented and have nectar
2
Q
Where are the filaments and stigma on insect adapted flowers
A
Inside the flower
3
Q
What are the pollen grains on insect adapted flowers like
A
Big and sticky
4
Q
How does pollen transfer by insects
A
By brushing off the insect when it passes the stigma
5
Q
What features do plants adapted for wind pollination have
A
Dull, small petals, no smell or nectar
6
Q
Where is the filament and stigma on wind adapted flowers
A
On the outside
7
Q
How does pollen transfer from wind adapted plants
A
Wind blows pollen off and it floats to another stigma
8
Q
What is the stigma like on wind adapted plants
A
Large and feathery.
9
Q
What is the pollen like on wind adapted plants
A
Small and light
