Which of the following produces male gametes in a flower?

Sepals

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Petals

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Carpels

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Stamens

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Solution

The correct option is D
Stamens

Stamens produce male gametes in a flower. It has two parts filament and anther. The anther produces male gametes which are then enclosed within pollen grains.

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Which of the following produces male gametes in a flower?

The correct option is D Stamens Stamens produce male gametes in a flower. It has two parts filament and anther. The anther produces male gametes which are then enclosed within pollen grains.

The correct option is D
Stamens

Stamens produce male gametes in a flower. It has two parts filament and anther. The anther produces male gametes which are then enclosed within pollen grains.