TREE PHYSIOLOGY
TRANSPIRATION
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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I am a flower that produces nectar. What is the function of the nectar?
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To provide food for the flower
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To attract pollinators
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To attract animals to disperse the fruits
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To produce perfumes for Man
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Floral nectar is presented inside the flower close to the reproductive organs and rewards animals that perform pollination while visiting the flower. In both cases nectar is a source of carbon and nitrogen compounds that feed animals, the most abundant solutes being sugars and amino acids.
Detailed explanation-2: -Plants produce nectar to attract pollinators. As the pollinator moves from flower to flower collecting nectar, they are also moving pollen from flower to flower. Certain fruits and seeds will not be produced if their flowers are not pollinated.
Detailed explanation-3: -Flowers that produce nectar are pollinated by bees.
Detailed explanation-4: -The correct option is B To attract insects.
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