Question

Why is cross pollination superior to self pollination?

Answer 1

In cross pollination the anthers of one flower are transferred to the stigma of another flower from same plant or different plant. Cross pollination

• produces hybrid varieties which may result in better survival rate.
• increases the species diversity which leads to evolution.
• the seeds are healthier and have more capability of germination.
• Offspring produce with variations due to sharing of different types of genes.