Question

Winged pollen grains are present in?

• A. Mustard
• B. Pinus
• C. Mango
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Pinus

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Winged pollen grains are found in Pinus.
2. The outer exine of pollen extended on two lateral sides to form the wings.
3. Pollination occurs by the wind.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

1. Pollen grains of mustard and mango are heavy and non-winged.
2. Pollination occurs by the means of insects.

Final answer: Winged pollen grains are present in pinus.