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BIO 102 Plant Reproduction, Growth, and Development Dynamics Objective Question

Question

What is the technical term for self-pollination, where pollen moves from an anther to a stigma on the same plant?
Options
A Autogamy
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B Allogamy
C Xenogamy
D Syngamy
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Autogamy refers to self-pollination within the same plant. Allogamy refers to cross-pollination between different plants of the same species.

Hint

The prefix 'auto-' means 'self'.

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