Transfer of pollen grains from the to the _ of a flower is called pollination.

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Pollination :
Pollination is the process of transfer of pollen grain from the anther to the stigma of a flower.
Stamen and carpel :
Stamen is the male reproductive part which consists of an anther and filament.
Carpel is the female reproductive part of a flower which consists of stigma, style and ovary.
Pollen grain :
The pollen grain is a male gametophyte which carries a male gamete.
Final answer: Transfer of pollen grains from the anther to the stigma of a flower is called pollination.

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