Question

Anther is a part of __________.

• A. Sepals
• B. Petals
• C. Stamens
• D. Carpels

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Stamens

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Stamens form the third whorl, inner to petals. They are the male reproductive part of the flower.
2. Each stamen has two parts, a filament, and anther.
3. The filament is a thin, long slender part that carries the anther on top.
4. The anther is a bilobed structure present at the tip of the filament. An anther contains fine particles called pollen grains.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Sepals form the first and the outermost whorl.
2. They are small, green, and leaf-like structures. They protect the flower bud before it opens.

Option B:

1. Petals form the second whorl, inner to sepals. They are generally large, coloured, and showy.
2. They help in the pollination of flowers by attracting insects.

Option D:

1. Carpels form the fourth or the innermost whorl of the flower. Each carpel has three parts: stigma, style, and ovary.
2. Stigma is the uppermost part that receives the pollen grains.
3. Style is the neck of the carpel, attached to the stigma.
4. The ovary is the lowermost swollen part. It contains one or more ovules.

Final answer: Anther is a part of stamens.