Question

    Why do some plants exhibit protandry?

    A To attract pollinators with colorful flowers. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B To ensure that male and female structures mature at the same time. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C To reduce the chances of self-pollination. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D To store energy for reproduction Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Protandry in plants helps reduce the chances of self-pollination by ensuring that male structures release pollen before female structures are receptive, promoting cross-pollination and genetic diversity.

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