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Give special characters of wind-pollinated flowers.

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Definition of Wind-Pollinated Flowers**: Wind-pollinated flowers are known as anemophilous flowers. This type of pollination occurs when pollen is transferred from the male part of a flower to the female part via the wind. 2. **Production of Pollen**: These flowers produce a large amount of pollen grains. This is necessary because wind is not a targeted pollination agent, leading to a significant loss of pollen as it disperses. 3. **Pollen Grain Characteristics**: The pollen grains of wind-pollinated flowers are typically smooth and light. This allows them to be easily carried by air currents. ...
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