Question

Which of the reproductive structures in the above picture is pollinated by wind?

• A. A only
• B. B only
• C. Both A and B
• D. Neither A nor B

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both A and B

Both A and B will undergo anemophily. Anemophily means the pollination with the help of wind.

From the picture, the pollen looks light weight and thus it can be ensured that the pollen grains are carried away by wind.

Features of wind pollinated flowers:

• Dull coloured small petals without fragrance.
  
• No nectar.
  
• Anters often seen supported outside the flower.
  
• Filaments are slender and long.
  
• Pollen grains are light, minute and in large numbers.
  
• May be winged for wind transport.
  
• Feathery stigma borne on long styles.
  
• Flowers in bunches or as inflorescence.
  
• Plants are often unisexual with more number of male flowers.