Question

define chasmogamous flowers ? can cross pollination occurs in that ? give reason for your answer?


class 12th CBSE Biology sample paper

Answer 1

Chasmogamous flower are open flowers in which anther and stigma are exposed for pollination. these are similar to flowers of other species for pollination purpose .

cross pollination can occur in chasmogamous flowers because their anther and stigma are remain exposed which supports cross pollination.

Answer 2

Chasmogamy, is a plant reproductive mechanism in which pollination occurs in chasmogamous flowers.Chasmogamous flowers are commonly showy with open petals encircling exposed reproductive parts.Chasmogamous stems from Greek for "open marriage", named after the open arrangement of floral structures.