Pollination (insect pollinated)

Question 1

Function of the flower stalk

Answer 1

Supports the flower, keeping it upright to promote pollination.

Question 2

Function of the sepal.

Answer 2

(Green) encloses the flower when in the bud

Question 3

Function of petals

Answer 3

Brightly coloured to attract insects for pollination. Act as landing platforms for insects.

Question 4

Definition of stamen

Answer 4

Made up of anther and filament

Question 5

Anther

Answer 5

Contains developing pollen grains (which contain the male gametes). Opens when pollen is mature.

Question 6

Filament

Answer 6

Supports the anther

Question 7

Carpel

Answer 7

Made up of stigma, style and ovary

Question 8

Stigma

Answer 8

Receives pollen during pollination

Question 9

Style

Answer 9

Supports the stigma. Pollen tube grows down this to reach the ovary.

Question 10

Ovary

Answer 10

Contains the ovules.

Question 11

Ovule

Answer 11

Contains the female gamete (egg cell). After fertilisation by the male gamete, this will develop into a seed.