Emasculation in plant breeding is ________

removal of anthers to prevent self pollination

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removal of carpels to prevent self pollination

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removal of sepals to prevent cross pollination

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removal of petals to prevent cross pollination

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removal of anthers to prevent self pollination

Emasculation is a biological term given for the procedure of removing stamens form a bisexual flower. Stamens are removed by forceps or hands taking care that other floral parts are not harmed. This is done to prevent self pollination and promote artificial cross pollination.

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