Question

What are the advantages of self-pollination?

Answer 1

Self-pollination:

1. Pollination is the transfer of pollen grains from the anther to the stigma of a pistil.
2. In self-pollination, pollen grains are transferred from the anther to the stigma of the same flower.
3. It is also known as Autogamy.

Advantages of self-pollination:

1. The race's purity is preserved.
2. Pollen grains do not go to waste.
3. Pollination is not dependent on external causes or pollinating agents.
4. Plants do not require to create huge, scented, nectar-filled flowers to attract insects.