self-pollinated (Meaning)
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self-pollinated (s)
fertilized by its own pollen
Synonyms & Antonyms of self-pollinated
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self-pollinated Sentence Examples
- Self-pollinated plants rely solely on their own pollen to reproduce.
- The flowers of self-pollinated plants are often small and inconspicuous, with reduced petals.
- Some plants, such as peas and beans, are naturally self-pollinated.
- Self-pollination occurs when pollen from a flower's stamen is transferred to the same flower's pistil.
- Self-pollinated plants often produce smaller fruits and fewer seeds than cross-pollinated plants.
- Inbreeding in self-pollinated plants can lead to the expression of harmful recessive alleles.
- Self-pollinated plants are less genetically diverse than cross-pollinated plants.
- Farmers sometimes promote self-pollination in crops to maintain genetic uniformity.
- Genetic engineering techniques can be used to create self-pollinated plants that produce superior offspring.
- Self-pollination helps ensure the survival of plant species in isolated or specialized habitats.
FAQs About the word self-pollinated
fertilized by its own pollen
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Self-pollinated plants rely solely on their own pollen to reproduce.
The flowers of self-pollinated plants are often small and inconspicuous, with reduced petals.
Some plants, such as peas and beans, are naturally self-pollinated.
Self-pollination occurs when pollen from a flower's stamen is transferred to the same flower's pistil.
