Question

What is the primary advantage of self-pollination in terms of external agents?

Options

• External agents reduce the wastage of pollen grains

• External agents enhance the purity of species

• External agents are always required for successful pollination

• No external agent needed, with fewer chances of failure

Answer 1

Self-pollination requires no external agents such as wind or insects, reducing the chances of failure. The flower can pollinate itself independently, making it a reliable process that does not depend on external environmental factors.