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Which of the statements below is not characteristic of wind-pollinated flowers?

Which of the statements below is not characteristic of wind-pollinated flowers?
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  • A Stigmas are usually large and feathery
  • B Nectary is usually absent
  • C The pollen grains have rough spiny surfaces
  • D The flowers are not scented.
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Wind-pollinated flowers:

No bright colors, special odors, or nectar.
Small.
Most have no petals.
Stamens and stigmas exposed to air currents.
A large amount of pollen.
Pollen smooth, light, easily airborne.
Stigma is feathery to catch pollen from the wind.

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