Which of the following best explains the role of petals in plant reproduction?

A. they protect the flower from predation by insects and herbivores

B. they surround the embryo of the seed and develop into the fruit

c. they attract pollinators, which carry the pollen from one flower to other flowers.

D. they contain the stamens and pistols, which hold the male and female gametophytes.

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Melody Graham

6 February, 05:16

Which of the following best explains the role of petals in plant reproduction?

A. they protect the flower from predation by insects and herbivores

B. they surround the embryo of the seed and develop into the fruit

c. they attract pollinators, which carry the pollen from one flower to other flowers.

D. they contain the stamens and pistols, which hold the male and female gametophytes.

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Skylar Cooley · Answer 1

Option C : they attract pollinators which carry the pollen from one flower to another flower because they are of bright colour and may also be scented.