Pollination Flashcards

(3 cards)

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Pollination

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Process of pollen grains being moved from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another

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Flowers adapted to insect pollination typically have:

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-Bright, colourful petals
-Scent and nectar to attract and reward insects
-A sticky stigma that captures pollen from insects

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Flowers adapted to wind pollination typically have:

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-Small, dull petals
-No scent or nectar
-Long filaments to expose anthers containing pollen
-A feathery stigma that catches wind-blown pollen

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