alleryPollination by wind tends to produce flowers that are:
ASmall, dull-coloured, with large amounts of light pollen
BLarge, brightly coloured, with sticky pollen (option)
CTube-shaped with nectar
DClosed and self-pollinating only
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Small, dull-coloured, with large amounts of light pollen
1. Wind cannot be attracted by colour or scent.
2. Selection therefore favours small, drab flowers with copious lightweight pollen.
3. Bright colour and nectar are adaptations for animal pollinators.
_Source: syllabus Science, Ch 7 "How do Organisms Reproduce", §7.3.2_
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