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Question
Distinguish between unisexual and bisexual flowers giving one example of each. Draw a diagram showing process of germination of pollen grains on stigma and label the following parts:
(a) Female germ cell
(b) Male germ cell
(c) Ovary
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Solution
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Unisexual Flower |
Bisexual Flower |
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The flower has either stamen or pistil only are called unisexual flowers. |
The flower has both stamen and pistil are called bisexual flowers. |
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Example: Papaya |
Example: Hibiscus |
Diagram showing germination of pollen grain on stigma:
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