
The diagrams show a stamen and section cut through the anther.
a) Name structures A to C.
b) Draw a line on the diagram of the stamen to show wherefrom it was cut to obtain the section.
c) Structure D is involved in translocation. Why is this process important in the growth of structure C?

a) Name structures A to C.
b) Draw a line on the diagram of the stamen to show wherefrom it was cut to obtain the section.
c) Structure D is involved in translocation. Why is this process important in the growth of structure C?



Important Questions on Reproduction in Plants
a) Name the structures A to C.
b) What has caused structure B to grow out of structure A?
c) Briefly explain how the structure B carries out its function.
d) What happens after structure B reaches its destination?







Grafting is a technique used to increase the numbers of a particular variety of plant. A stem cutting, from a commercially grown fruit tree, P was grafted onto the roots of a non-commercial tree Q.
a) What is the type of reproduction shown in this process?
b) If the new tree bears fruits, which variety will the fruits would be produced - commercial or non-commercial? Why?
c) List three ways to ensure that grafting in the above case is successful?
d) Which other technique, similar to grafting, can be used to increase fruit production?

