Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of pollination by wind?

• A. Light pollen grain
• B. Well exposed stamen
• C. Large feathery stigma
• D. Multiple ovule

Hint:

Wind-pollinated flowers are small, inconspicuous, and produce large quantities of light pollen grains with exposed stamens and feathery stigmas.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding wind pollination (anemophily).
In wind-pollinated plants, pollen is carried by air currents. To ensure successful pollination, certain floral adaptations are present.

Step 2: Characteristics of wind pollination.
- Pollen grains are light and non-sticky so they can be easily carried by wind.
- Stamens are well exposed for easy dispersal of pollen.
- Stigmas are large and feathery to efficiently trap pollen grains.

Step 3: Eliminating the odd option.
- (A) Light pollen grain: Correct feature of wind pollination.
- (B) Well exposed stamen: Correct feature of wind pollination.
- (C) Large feathery stigma: Correct feature of wind pollination.
- (D) Multiple ovule: Not a characteristic feature of wind pollination, hence the correct answer.

Step 4: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (D) Multiple ovule, as it is not related to wind pollination.