Label the parts of the flower (anther, filament, stigma, petal, ovule, pedicel, sepal) and describe their functions. Explain the type of pollination and its advantages.

Here are the answers to question 4:

a)

• I: Anther
• II: Filament
• III: Stigma
• IV: Petal
• V: Ovule
• VI: Pedicel (or Stalk)
• VII: Sepal

b)

• I (Anther): Produces and contains pollen grains.
• II (Filament): Supports the anther, holding it in position.
• III (Stigma): Receives pollen during pollination.
• IV (Petal): Attracts pollinators (like insects) with its color and scent.
• V (Ovule): Contains the female gamete and develops into a seed after fertilization.
• VI (Pedicel): Supports the flower and connects it to the stem.
• VII (Sepal): Protects the flower bud before it opens.

c)
The flower is likely pollinated by insects.

d)
Two advantages of insect pollination are:

• Targeted pollination: Insects can carry pollen directly from one flower to another of the same species, increasing the efficiency and success rate of pollination.
• Less pollen wastage: Compared to wind pollination, less pollen is wasted as it is specifically transferred by the pollinator, rather than being dispersed randomly.