A phenomenon where a male insect mistakenly identified the patterns of a flower as the female insect partner, and tries to copulate and thereby pollinates the flower is said to be:
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- Pseudocopulation
- Pseudopollination
- Pseudoparthenocarpy
- Pseudofertilisation
The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Understanding pseudocopulation.
- Pseudocopulation is a process in which a male insect is attracted to a flower that mimics the appearance or scent of a female insect.
- During its attempt to copulate, the insect facilitates pollination by transferring pollen.
Step 2: Mimicry in flowers. - This is an example of mimicry used by flowers to attract specific pollinators, ensuring effective reproduction.
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