biology quiz

pollination

the transfer of pollen from the anther to the stigma of a flower.

pollen

 the tiny yellow grains produced by the anther contains the male reproductive cells

anther

The part of the stamen that produces pollen.

stamen

The male reproductive part of a flower (anther + filament).

stigma

The sticky top part of the pistil where pollen lands

pistil/carpel

The female reproductive part of a flower (stigma, style, ovary).

ovary

The part of the flower that contains ovules; becomes the fruit after fertilization

ovule

The structure that becomes a seed once fertilized.

pollinators

Animals that transfer pollen (bees, butterflies, birds, bats, etc.).

nectar

A sugary liquid inside flowers that attracts pollinators.

nectary

The part of the flower that produces nectar

foraging

When animals search for food, like bees gathering nectar and pollen.

pollen basket

a structure on bees’ legs used to carry pollen.