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Pappus helps in dispersal of pollen in

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Asteraceae

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Brassicaceae

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Malvaceae

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Solanaceae

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Solution

The correct option is A Asteraceae
Pappus is a modified leaf of Asteraceae family. These hairy structures help in the dispersal of pollen by the wind. This makes the seed light which helps in easy dispersal by the wind.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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