Question

What must happen after the desired pollen is applied to the stigma during artificial hybridization?

Options

• The flower must be exposed to sunlight for at least 24 hours

• The flower must be covered again with a bag to prevent unwanted pollen contamination

• The stigma must be washed with water to remove excess pollen

• The flower must be immediately removed from the plant

Answer 1

After the desired pollen is applied to the receptive stigma, the flower must be re-bagged to protect the developing fruit and seed from any further contamination by unwanted pollen. This re-bagging step is crucial for ensuring that the hybridization is successful and that only the intended cross has occurred.