JAMB Biology 2008 Question 23

Question 23

Reproduction in Plants

Use the diagram to answer: The illustration is a typical example of a plant pollinated by

Diagram for this question
  1. A.wind
  2. B.man
  3. C.insects
  4. D.birds.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (wind)

Explanation

The plant is maize. Its male tassel hangs high in the air and releases light pollen that the wind carries to the silky female styles.