Which mode of pollination is most likely in the grass species *Poaceae*?
Answer
Wind pollination
The correct answer is Wind pollination — Conclude that the most common pollination mode in grasses is wind pollination.
Step-by-step solution
- Identify that grass pollen is small, dry, abundant and lacking elaborate structures adapted for wind dispersal.
- Recognise that such pollen is carried by wind rather than by animals or self‑transfer.
- Conclude that the most common pollination mode in grasses is wind pollination.
Common mistake: Confusing wind pollination with animal pollination
Concept tested: Mode of pollination in wind‑pollinated plants
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