The female reproductive parts of a flower are known as:

Sepals

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Stamens

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Carpels

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Petals

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Solution

The correct option is C Carpels
'Carpels' are the basic units of the female reproductive system of a flower.
Each carpel includes the following parts

Stigma: Receives the pollen during pollination.

Style: A stalk that connects stigma to ovary.

Ovary: Contains ovules which are the female reproductive cells (egg cells).

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