Reproduction and Inheritance

Question 1

What is pollination

Answer 1

Pollination is the transfer of pollen from an anther to the stigma of another flower

Question 1

How are some plants adapted for insect pollination

Answer 1

• Colourful, bright petals
• Scented flowers and nectaries
• Sticky pollen grains so grains stick to insects

Question 2

How are some plants adapted for insect pollination

Answer 2

• Small, dull flowers
• Long filaments that hang outside of flower so wind can carry pollen
• Large feathery stigma to catch pollen from wind