Asexual Reproduction in Bacteria
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What is the function of the stigma in a flower?

  • It helps in pushing the bracts apart
  • It is a platform on which pollen grains land (correct)
  • It is a hollow chamber where ovules grow
  • It contains pollen sacs with pollen grains
  • What is a key difference between insect-pollinated and wind-pollinated flowers?

  • Insect-pollinated flowers contain nectar while wind-pollinated flowers do not
  • Wind-pollinated flowers have sticky stigma while insect-pollinated flowers have feathery stigma
  • Insect-pollinated flowers have dull petals while wind-pollinated flowers have colorful petals
  • Insect-pollinated flowers have a huge amount of pollen compared to wind-pollinated flowers (correct)
  • What does self-pollination in plants result in?

  • Genetically identical offspring with low genetic variation (correct)
  • Higher chances of successful pollination
  • Increases competition between plants
  • Quick adaptation to changing surroundings
  • Which process involves the transfer of pollen grains from one flower to the stigma of another plant of the same species?

    <p>Cross-Pollination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of germination in plants?

    <p>To convert insoluble food stores into soluble substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of a flower contains the male gamete?

    <p>Anther</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process results in the production of genetically different offspring?

    <p>Sexual reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of asexual reproduction mentioned in the text?

    <p>No variation/biodiversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which flower organ protects the flower bud according to the text?

    <p>Sepal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main disadvantage of sexual reproduction discussed in the text?

    <p>Mate required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of sexual reproduction in plants?

    <p>Energy spent on improving appearances or pollen volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of haploid nuclei in sexual reproduction?

    <p>Half set of chromosomes contributes to genetic diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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