Question
State the significance of pollination. List any four differences between wind pollinated and animal pollinated flowers.
| S. No | Wind-pollinated flowers | Animal pollinated flowers |
| (i) | This kind of flower is pollinated by abiotic pollinating agent. | This kind of flower is pollinated by biotic pollinating agent. |
| (ii) | They are small and inconspicuous. | They are large, colourful, fragrant and rich in nectar. |
| (iii) | The pollen grains are dry, light and nonsticky so that they can be easily transported by wind. | The pollen gains are generally sticky in animal pollinated flowers. |
| (iv) | The flowers are often clustered so as to carry out pollination. | The flowers are grouped to become more conspicuous. |
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