JAMB Biology 1981 Question 36

Question 36

Reproduction in Plants

If the anthers of a flower mature before the stigma, the condition is termed

  1. A.epigyny
  2. B.hypogyny
  3. C.protogyny
  4. D.protandry
  5. E.perigyny.
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Answer: D (protandry)

Explanation

Protandry means the male parts (anthers) ripen first; it helps prevent self-pollination.