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An orchid resembles female of an insect so as to get pollinated. The phenomenon is

A

mimicry

B

pseudocopulation

C

pseudopollination

D

pseudoparthenocarpy

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the phenomenon where an orchid resembles a female insect to facilitate pollination. 2. **Identifying the Example**: The bee orchid is a specific example where the flower's structure mimics that of a female bee. This resemblance is crucial for attracting male bees. 3. **Defining the Phenomenon**: The phenomenon where one organism resembles another to gain some advantage is known as mimicry. In this case, the orchid mimics the female bee to attract male bees for pollination. 4. **Explaining the Mechanism**: The mimicry can be physical or sensory. Male bees are attracted to the flower because they mistake it for a female bee, leading them to attempt to mate with it. During this process, they inadvertently pollinate the flower. 5. **Conclusion**: The correct answer to the question is "mimicry." Other options like pseudo-copulation, pseudo-pollination, and pseudo-parthenogenesis do not accurately describe this phenomenon. **Final Answer**: The phenomenon is known as **mimicry**. ---
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