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Pollen Pistil Interaction

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A particular species of plant produces light, non-sticky pollen in large numbers and its stigmas are long and feathery. These modifications facilitate pollination by

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Water

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Insects

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Animals

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D

Wind

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Solution

The correct option is D Wind
Light, non-sticky pollen in large numbers and its stigmas are long and feathery help in wind pollination(Anemophily)

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Standard XII Biology