Q.

Which of the following statements about Anemophily is incorrect?

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a

Anemophily is extremely common in grasses.

b

The stamen and stigma are clearly visible.

c

The pollen grains are small and sticky.

d

It is the most basic form of pollination.

answer is B.

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Anemophily, also known as wind pollination, is a type of pollination in which pollen is distributed by wind. Anemophilous pollen grains are light and non-sticky, allowing them to be carried by air currents. They frequently have exposed stamens and large feathery stigmas that trap airborne pollen grains. Wind pollinated flowers clustered together in an inflorescence. Wind pollination occurs frequently in grasses. It is more prevalent in abiotic pollination.

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