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Section 2

Pollination and Fertilization

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Pollination and Fertilization

Plants can transfer pollen through self-pollination; however, the preferred method is cross-pollination, which maintains genetic diversity.

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Pollination by Insects

Plants have developed adaptations to promote symbiotic relationships with insects that ensure their pollination.

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Pollination by Bats, Birds, Wind, and Water

Non-insect methods of pollination include pollination by bats, birds, wind, and water.

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Double Fertilization in Plants

Angiosperms undergo two fertilization events where a zygote and endosperm are both formed.

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Development of the Seed

Monocot and dicot seeds develop in differing ways, but both contain seeds with a seed coat, cotyledons, endosperm, and a single embryo.

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Development of Fruit and Fruit Types

Fruits are categorized based on the part of the flower they developed from and how they release their seeds.

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Fruit and Seed Dispersal

Some fruits can disperse seeds on their own, while others require assistance from wind, water, or animals.

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