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Transfer of pollen from another to the stigma of the same flower is referred to as:

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Allogamy
  2. Geitonogamy
  3. Xenogamy
  4. Autogamy

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Autogamy

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Autogamy šŸ“š Explanation: Autogamy is the process of self-pollination where pollen is transferred from the anther to the stigma of the same flower. It ensures seed production even in the absence of pollinators. Other terms like xenogamy refer to cross-pollination between different plants.