Self-Pollination in Plants
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What is the main difference between autogamy and geitonogamy in self-pollination?

  • In autogamy, pollen is transferred to other plants, while in geitonogamy, it's transferred within the same flower.
  • In autogamy, pollen is transferred through wind, while in geitonogamy, it's transferred by insects.
  • In autogamy, pollen is transferred to the stigma of the same flower, while in geitonogamy, it's transferred between different flowers on the same plant. (correct)
  • In autogamy, pollen is transferred to the ovule, while in geitonogamy, it's transferred to the stigma of a different plant.
  • What is the term used as a synonym for self-pollination but extends to other types of self-fertilization?

  • Autogamy
  • Cleistogamy
  • Geitonogamy
  • Selfing (correct)
  • Which mechanism ensures autogamy in some plants?

  • Cleistogamy - flowers that do not open (correct)
  • Anemophily - pollination by wind
  • Zoophily - pollination by animals
  • Entomophily - pollination by insects
  • In self-pollination, where is pollen transferred in gymnosperms?

    <p>To the ovule within the same gymnosperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for pollen being transferred to the stigma of the same flower in self-pollination?

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

    In which type of self-pollination is pollen transferred from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on the same plant?

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

    What is a mechanism that ensures autogamy in some plants?

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

    Which term refers to self-fertilization that extends beyond self-pollination?

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

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