An element required for pollen germination is

Molybdenum

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Potassium

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Boron

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Iron

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Solution

The correct option is C Boron
Boron is an important micronutrient for plant. It is required for calcium metabolism, pollen germination, cell differentiation, carbohydrate transport, root nodulation, synthesis of pectin, proteins and nucleic acids, membrane functions, cell elongation and cell differentiation.

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