The document describes the main parts of a flower and their functions in reproduction. Sepals protect the developing flower, petals attract pollinators, stamens produce and disperse pollen containing male gametes, carpels receive pollen on their stigma and contain the ovary housing female gametes (ovules) that become seeds after fertilization, and nectaries attract pollinators with a sugar reward. Together, these floral parts enable the transfer of pollen for fertilization and the production of fruits and seeds.
The document describes the main parts of a flower and their functions in reproduction. Sepals protect the developing flower, petals attract pollinators, stamens produce and disperse pollen containing male gametes, carpels receive pollen on their stigma and contain the ovary housing female gametes (ovules) that become seeds after fertilization, and nectaries attract pollinators with a sugar reward. Together, these floral parts enable the transfer of pollen for fertilization and the production of fruits and seeds.
The document describes the main parts of a flower and their functions in reproduction. Sepals protect the developing flower, petals attract pollinators, stamens produce and disperse pollen containing male gametes, carpels receive pollen on their stigma and contain the ovary housing female gametes (ovules) that become seeds after fertilization, and nectaries attract pollinators with a sugar reward. Together, these floral parts enable the transfer of pollen for fertilization and the production of fruits and seeds.
provide support to the petals. 2. Petals: Petals are often brightly colored to attract pollinators. They play a crucial role in the reproductive process by luring pollinators toward the reproductive organs. 3. Stamens: Anther: The anther is where pollen grains are produced. Pollen contains male gametes (sperm cells). Filament: The filament supports the anther, positioning it for effective pollen dispersal. 4. Carpels (Pistil): Stigma: The stigma is the receptive surface where pollen grains land during pollination. Style: The style is a tube-like structure that connects the stigma to the ovary. Ovary: The ovary contains ovules, which are the female gametes. After fertilization, the ovary matures into a fruit, and the ovules develop into seeds. 5. Ovule: Ovules are the female reproductive cells housed within the ovary. After fertilization, they develop into seeds. 6. Receptacle: The receptacle is the tip of the stem to which all floral parts are attached. It supports the flower's structure. 7. Nectaries: Nectaries are specialized structures that produce nectar. Nectar attracts pollinators and serves as a reward for their assistance in pollination.