A) anthers
B) hairs
C) hairy projections of the bracts
D) long styles of carpels
Correct Answer: D
Solution :
In maize, female inflorescence (cobs) are borne laterally at lower levels. The silk (style, stigma) of cobs protrude (project) beyond the protective leaves. The large and heavy pollen grains of maize fall down vertically from clusters of male inflorescences (tassels) to fertilize the cobs.
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