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It is observed that pollens of wheat plant are light in weight. Why?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Pollination**: Pollination is the process by which pollen grains are transferred from the male part of a flower (anther) to the female part (stigma) of the same or another flower. 2. **Wheat as a Wind-Pollinated Plant**: Wheat is classified as a wind-pollinated plant. This means that it relies on the wind to carry its pollen grains to other flowers for fertilization. 3. **Characteristics of Pollen Grains**: The pollen grains of wind-pollinated plants, like wheat, are typically light in weight. This characteristic is crucial for their mode of pollination. ...
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