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A particular species of plant produces light, non-sticky pollen in large numbers and its stigmas are long and feathery. These modifications facilitate pollination by

A

insects

B

water

C

wind

D

animals

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To solve the question regarding the plant species that produces light, non-sticky pollen and has long, feathery stigmas, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Characteristics of the Pollen**: - The pollen is described as light and non-sticky. This suggests that it is designed to be easily carried by air currents rather than adhering to surfaces. 2. **Examine the Stigma Structure**: - The stigmas are long and feathery. This structure is typically adapted to capture pollen grains that are dispersed through the air. 3. **Consider the Pollination Mechanisms**: - There are several mechanisms of pollination: - **Insect Pollination**: Typically involves sticky pollen that adheres to insects. - **Water Pollination**: Involves pollen that can float on water, usually not applicable to the characteristics given. - **Wind Pollination**: Involves light, non-sticky pollen that can be carried by the wind, and stigmas that can catch airborne pollen. - **Animal Pollination**: Similar to insect pollination, it usually involves sticky pollen. 4. **Match the Characteristics to the Pollination Mechanism**: - Given the characteristics of the pollen (light and non-sticky) and the stigma (long and feathery), the most suitable mechanism for pollination is wind pollination. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the modifications of the plant facilitate pollination by **wind** (anemophily). ### Final Answer: The correct option is **C. Wind**. ---

To solve the question regarding the plant species that produces light, non-sticky pollen and has long, feathery stigmas, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Characteristics of the Pollen**: - The pollen is described as light and non-sticky. This suggests that it is designed to be easily carried by air currents rather than adhering to surfaces. 2. **Examine the Stigma Structure**: ...
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