Question
Write the differences between wind-pollinated and insect-pollinated flowers. Give an example of each type.
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Answer
| S. No. | Wind-pollinated flowers | Insect-pollinated flowers |
| (i) | These produce large numbers of pollen grains. | These produce less number of pollen grains. |
| (ii) | These are dull, nectarless and scentless. | These are bright, scented and have nectar. |
| (iii) | Stamens are long and protrude above petals. | Stamens lie within the corolla tube. |
| (iv) | The pollen grains are dry, light, small and smooth. For example, ragweed. | The pollen grains are larger, heavier with appendages like hooks and barbs. For example, rose, sweet pea. |
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