pollination Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is pollination?
The transfer of pollen from the male anther to the female stigma of a flower.
True or False: Pollination is essential for the reproduction of flowering plants.
True
Fill in the blank: The two main types of pollination are ______ and ______.
self-pollination, cross-pollination
What is self-pollination?
The transfer of pollen from the anther to the stigma of the same flower or another flower on the same plant.
What is cross-pollination?
The transfer of pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of a different flower.
Which type of pollination typically promotes genetic diversity?
Cross-pollination
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a pollinator? A) Bees B) Wind C) Water D) Birds
C) Water
Name one advantage of self-pollination.
It ensures reproduction even in the absence of pollinators.
True or False: Wind-pollinated flowers tend to have colorful petals.
False
What role do pollinators play in cross-pollination?
They facilitate the transfer of pollen between different flowers.
