The transfer of pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on a different plant of the same species is called

Self-pollination

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Cross-pollination

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Germination

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All of the above

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The correct option is B
Cross-pollination

Self-pollination occurs when pollen from the anther of a flower is deposited on the stigma of the same flower, or another flower on the same plant. Cross-pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on a different plant of the same species.

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