Question
Difference between :
Self-pollination and Cross-pollination

Answer

Self-pollinationCross-pollination
1. The transfer of pollen grains from the anther to the stigma of the same flower or the stigma of another flower on the same plant is called self- pollination1. The transfer of pollen grains from the anther to the stigma of another flower on a different plant of the same species is known as cross- pollination
2.In self-pollination pollen grains are Produced in small numbers.2. In cross-pollination pollen grains are produced in large number
3. It occurs in pea, mustard etc.3. It occurs in papaya, apple etc.

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