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BIO 102 BIO 102 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The process by which pollens from an anther is transferred to the stigma of the same plant is called ______
Options
A Allogamy
B Self-compatibility
C Protogyny
D Autogamy
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Autogamy is a type of self-pollination where pollen is transferred from the anther to the stigma of the same flower or another flower on the same plant. Allogamy refers to cross-pollination, self-compatibility describes the ability of a plant to be fertilized by its own pollen, and protogyny is when female reproductive organs mature before male ones.

Hint

The key phrase is 'same plant'.

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