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Biology Question on sexual reproduction in flowering plants

Fragrant flowers with well developed nectaries are an adaptation for

A

hydrophily

B

anemophily

C

entomophily

D

none of these

Answer

entomophily

Explanation

Solution

Entomophilous flowers produce an odour which may be pleasant (e.g., jasmine) or foul (e.g., Aristoiochia, Arum, Rafflesia). Smell and nectar attract flies and other insects.