2.7 Flowers and Seeds Flashcards
1
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ovary
A
a structure containing egg cells; the base of a pistil in a flower
2
Q
self-pollination
A
the transfer of pollen from an anther to the stigma in the same plant
3
Q
cross-pollination
A
the transfer of pollen from one flower to another
4
Q
embryo
A
the immature plant inside a seed
5
Q
seed coat
A
the outer covering of a seed
6
Q
heredity
A
traits passed down from parents to their offspring
7
Q
mimicry
A
an adaptation in which an animal is protected against predators by its resemblance to another, unpleasant animal
8
Q
camoflauge
A
an adaptation in which animals protect themselves against predators by blending in with the environment
