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Which of the following features is/are common to both wind and water pollinated flowers?
I. Pollen grains are long and ribbon-like
II. Stigma is large and feathery
III. Flowers are not colourful
IV. Flowers do not produce nectar

A

III and IV

B

II and III

C

I and II

D

II

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A
Both wind and water pollinated flowers are not very colourful and do not produce nectar.
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