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What is the main function of sepals in a flower?
What is the main function of sepals in a flower?
Protect the developing flower bud and support the petals
Explain the role of petals in a flower.
Explain the role of petals in a flower.
Attract pollinators like insects or birds and protect the reproductive organs
What are the two main parts of the stamen and their functions?
What are the two main parts of the stamen and their functions?
Anther - where pollen is produced; Filament - supports the anther
Describe the role of the stigma in a flower.
Describe the role of the stigma in a flower.
What is the function of the ovary in a flower?
What is the function of the ovary in a flower?
Give an example of a self-pollinating plant.
Give an example of a self-pollinating plant.
What are the characteristics of pollen grains in wind-pollinated plants?
What are the characteristics of pollen grains in wind-pollinated plants?
Why do insect-pollinated flowers often have bright colors?
Why do insect-pollinated flowers often have bright colors?
What are some examples of insect-pollinated flowers?
What are some examples of insect-pollinated flowers?
What is a common characteristic of water-pollinated plants?
What is a common characteristic of water-pollinated plants?