State what is apomixis. Comment on its significance. How can it be commercially used?

Name the part of the flower which the tassels of the corn-cob represent.

(a) Explain the different ways apomictic seeds can develop. Give an example of each.

(b) Mention one advantage of apomictic seeds to farmers.

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How do the pollen grains of Vallisneria protect themselves? 

Out of many papaya plants growing in your garden, only a few bear fruits. Give reason.

(a) Explain the post-pollination events leading to seed production in angiosperms.

(b) List the different types of pollination depending upon the source of pollen grains.

A. Draw a labelled diagram of L.S. of an embryo of grass (any six labels).

B, Give reason for each of the following:

(i) Anthers of angiosperm flowers are described as dithecous.
(ii) Hybrid seeds have to be produced year after year.

State the importance of water to plants.