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What is self-sterility?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Self-Sterility**: Self-sterility is a condition observed in certain hermaphroditic organisms where they possess both male and female reproductive systems within the same individual. 2. **Hermaphroditic Organisms**: These organisms have both male and female reproductive cells. Examples include many plants and some animals. 3. **Formation of Reproductive Cells**: In hermaphroditic organisms, both male (sperm) and female (egg) reproductive cells are produced in the same body. ...
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  • The term 'self sterility' implies

    A
    when pollen grains are sterile
    B
    when pollen grains are sterile
    C
    when ovules are not fertile
    D
    when flowers are neuter
  • What does 'self-regulation of learners' mean?

    A
    Rules and regulations made by the student body
    B
    Creating regulations for student behaviour
    C
    Self-discipline and control
    D
    Ability to monitor their own learning
  • The anti-sterility or anti-reproductory vitamin is:

    A
    Vitamin `B`
    B
    Vitamin `C`
    C
    Vitamin `D`
    D
    Vitamin `E`
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