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Give the floral adaptations for anemophily.

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### Step-by-Step Solution for Floral Adaptations for Anemophily 1. **Definition of Anemophily**: Anemophily refers to the process of pollination that occurs through air currents. This means that pollen grains are transferred from one flower to another by wind rather than by insects or other animals. 2. **Characteristics of Anemophilous Flowers**: - **Small Size**: Anemophilous flowers are generally small in size. This helps reduce the surface area that needs to be exposed to wind for effective pollen dispersal. - **Lack of Bright Colors**: These flowers do not have bright colors, as they do not need to attract pollinators like insects. Instead, they rely on wind for pollination. - **Absence of Nectar and Fragrance**: Anemophilous flowers do not produce nectar or have a fragrance, which further indicates that they are not adapted to attract pollinators. ...
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  • Which of the following is adaptation for anemophily ?

    A
    Presence of nectar
    B
    Hairy stigma
    C
    Sticky pollen
    D
    Fragrance
  • Which of the following is not a adaptation for anemophily?

    A
    Small flowers
    B
    Ovules reduced in ovary
    C
    Feathery or Brushy stigma
    D
    Flowers are large and stout
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