When an animal is present in the area of a flower and pollen is transfered from its fur to another plant within the area, we call this process(1 point)
Responses
fertilization
fertilization
photosynthesis
photosynthesis
pollination
pollination
reproduction
pollination
The correct answer is pollination.
The correct answer is pollination.
To answer this question correctly, you need to understand the different processes involved in plant reproduction. Pollination refers to the transfer of pollen grains from the male reproductive organ (stamens) to the female reproductive organ (pistil) of a flowering plant. This can occur through various methods, including animals, wind, or water.
In the case you mentioned, when an animal is present in the area of a flower, it can unintentionally pick up pollen grains on its fur or body while feeding on the plant's nectar or brushing against the flower's reproductive parts. As the animal moves from flower to flower, some of the pollen may be transferred to the female reproductive organ of the new plant, thus facilitating pollination.
Therefore, in this scenario, the process of transferring pollen from the animal's fur to another plant within the area is called pollination.