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What is the process by which gymnosperms transfer pollen to female cones?

  • A Hydrophily, pollination carried by water
  • B Anemophily (wind pollination)
  • C Entomophily, pollination carried by insects
  • D Self-pollination occurring only within a single cone

Correct answer: B. Anemophily (wind pollination)

Explanation: Gymnosperms are primarily wind-pollinated (anemophily). They produce large amounts of light, dry pollen that is carried by wind to female cones.

Concept context

Classification of plants from algae to angiosperms. Understanding plant diversity is essential for NEET.

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