Flower Parts

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What is the function of the pedicle in a flower?

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The pedicle is the stalk that supports the flower, connecting it to the plant.

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What is the role of the petal in a flower?

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Petals attract pollinators with their color and scent, aiding in the process of pollination.

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What is the filament in a flower?

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The filament is the stalk that supports the anther, which produces pollen.

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What is the pistil?

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The pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower, consisting of the ovary, style, and stigma.

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What is the anther?

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The anther is the part of the stamen that produces and contains pollen.

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What is the sepal?

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Sepals are the outer parts of the flower that protect the developing bud.

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What is the style in a flower?

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The style is the slender stalk that connects the stigma to the ovary in the pistil.

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What is the ovule?

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The ovule is the structure within the ovary that develops into a seed after fertilization.

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What is the receptacle in a flower?

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The receptacle is the thickened part of the stem from which the flower organs arise.

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What is the pollen tube?

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The pollen tube is a tube that forms after pollen germinates, allowing sperm cells to travel to the ovule.