Question

Which among the following phenomena is not a part of anther dehiscence?

• A. Imbibition and swelling up of anther
• B. Release of pollen grains
• C. Dehydration
• D. Disintegration of the strip between the pollen sacs

Answer 1

The correct option is A Imbibition and swelling up of anther

Dehiscence is the process in which the walls of a mature anther breaks along a specific line and release the pollen grains.
During dehiscence anther undergoes dehydration, pollen loses water and the strip between pollen sacs disintegrate resulting in the release of pollen grains.
There is no imbibition or swelling up of anther involved in this process.