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Read the following statements regarding floral adaptations: (A) Presence of a single ovule in each ovary (B) Flowers packed into an inflorescence (C) Large feathery stigma (D) Nectar glands present (E) Pollen grains coated with mucilage How many of the above statements describe adaptations specifically found in wind-pollinated plants?

Options

  1. ATwo
  2. BThree
  3. CFour
  4. DFive

Correct answer

B. Three

Step-by-step solution

Wind-pollinated flowers (anemophily) exhibit specific structural adaptations to maximize the chances of pollen reaching the stigma. Statement (A) is correct: They often have a single ovule in each ovary to ensure successful seed set without requiring multiple pollen grains. Statement (B) is correct: Numerous small flowers are packed into an inflorescence to make them more conspicuous to wind currents. Statement (C) is correct: They possess a large feathery stigma to easily trap air-borne pollen grains. Statement (D

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