- A Large, brightly colored petals specifically evolved to attract pollinating insects from nearby areas according to standard textbooks
- B Small, inconspicuous flowers; large stigmas to catch pollen; copious, light, dry pollen; no nectaries or scent
- C Sweet nectar glands together with a strong, distinctive floral scent to attract visiting pollinators in general practice
- D Sticky pollen grains that are clumped together tightly in heavy, cohesive masses for insect transport as frequently described
Correct answer: B. Small, inconspicuous flowers; large stigmas to catch pollen; copious, light, dry pollen; no nectaries or scent
Explanation: Wind-pollinated: small drab flowers (no need to attract insects), feathery or large stigmas to catch airborne pollen, abundant dry pollen released into wind, no nectar or scent.
Concept context
Flower structure, pollination, double fertilization, and seed/fruit development — the highest-scoring Class 12 biology chapter in NEET.
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