- A Hooks and spines that cling to animal fur
- B Wings, tufts of hair (pappus), or lightweight seeds
- C Fleshy, sugar-rich fruits that attract birds
- D Hard, woody shells that float on water currents
Correct answer: B. Wings, tufts of hair (pappus), or lightweight seeds
Explanation: Wind-dispersed seeds have adaptations: wings (maple, ash), pappus/tufts (dandelion, thistle), lightweight seeds. Travel long distances.
Concept context
Flower structure, pollination, double fertilization, and seed/fruit development — the highest-scoring Class 12 biology chapter in NEET.
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