JAMB Biology 2008 Objective — Question 23

Question 23 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2008 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Use the diagram below to answer questions 23 and 24 (flower parts I-IV labeled). 'I' represents the

A. styles
B. leaf
C. male inflorescenceCorrect
D. stem

Explanation

'I' is the male inflorescence, 'II' represents the styles, 'III' is a leaf while 'IV' represents the female inflorescence. In wind pollinated flowers, the male inflorescence is positioned in such a way that they swing readily in air, causing them to release the pollen grains easily; such is the case with the diagram given. As indicated earlier, the structure labeled 'I' is the male inflorescence.

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