Question

Which is more advantageous for plants-self-pollination or cross-pollination? Give reasons for your answer.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Cross pollination is advantageous because it allows for diversity in the species, as the genetic information of different plants are combined. However, it relies on the existence of pollinators that will travel from plant to plant.

Self pollination leads to more uniform progeny, meaning that the species is, for example, less resistant as a whole to disease. However, it does not need to expend energy on attracting pollinators and can spread beyond areas where suitable pollinators can be found.

Answer 2

Answer:

CROSS POLLINATION

Explanation:

Cross pollination is advantageous because it allows for diversity in the species, as the genetic information of different plants are combined. ... Self pollination leads to more uniform progeny, meaning that the species is, for example, less resistant as a whole to disease.