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State whether the following is true or false. Protogyny ensures self fertilisation.

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Question

State whether the following is true or false.

Protogyny ensures self fertilisation.

True or False
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Solution

This statement is false.

Explanation:

In protogyny, the stigma becomes receptive before the anthers mature, which discourages self-pollination and favours cross-pollination.

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Chapter 2: Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants - EXERCISES [Page 107]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 2 Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants
EXERCISES | Q III. 10. | Page 107
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