Question

Write one function each of the parts - (i) petals (ii) anther (iii) style and (iv) ovary of a bisexual flower.

Hint:

Petals attract pollinators, anthers produce pollen, styles guide pollen to the ovary, and the ovary contains ovules that become seeds after fertilization.

Answer 1

In a bisexual flower, the different parts of the flower serve specific functions:
1. Petals: The petals attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds. Their bright color and fragrance help in the process of pollination.
2. Anther: The anther produces pollen, which contains male gametes (sperm cells). This pollen is transferred to the stigma for fertilization to occur.
3. Style: The style is the long tube that connects the stigma to the ovary. It provides a passage for the pollen tube to travel down to the ovary during fertilization.
4. Ovary: The ovary contains ovules, which are female gametes (eggs). After fertilization, the ovary develops into a fruit that contains the seeds.