Question

What is Anther?

Answer 1

Anther:

1. Flower contains male and female parts in it.
2. Stamens are a male part, which consists of an anther at the top which is oval in shape, and a stack or filament at the bottom.
3. The filament helps in supporting the anther.
4. The anther comprises sac-like structures known as microsporangia which produce pollen for the process of pollination to occur.
5. Its main function is to produce and disperse pollen.
6. Anther is also called a pollen containing unit.