Q23 / 200 · MHT CET - Medical 2026 (21 April Shift 1) · Biology
The outbreeding device where anthers and stigmas mature at different times is called as -------------.
- AUnisexuality
- Correct answerBDichogamy
- CHerkogamy
- DHeteromorphy
Solution
Dichogamy is an outbreeding device in which the anthers and stigmas of a bisexual flower mature at different times to prevent self-pollination.
It is of two types: protandry, where anthers mature earlier than the stigma, and protogyny, where the stigma matures earlier than the anthers.
Unisexuality refers to the presence of only one type of reproductive organ in a flower.
Herkogamy refers to the presence of a physical barrier between the anther and stigma.
Heteromorphy refers to the presence of different forms of flowers, such as varying lengths of styles and stamens.
Answer: Dichogamy
It is of two types: protandry, where anthers mature earlier than the stigma, and protogyny, where the stigma matures earlier than the anthers.
Unisexuality refers to the presence of only one type of reproductive organ in a flower.
Herkogamy refers to the presence of a physical barrier between the anther and stigma.
Heteromorphy refers to the presence of different forms of flowers, such as varying lengths of styles and stamens.
Answer: Dichogamy
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.