In this article we will discuss about the events in pollen-pistil interaction with its significance. Pollen-Pistil Interaction: Pollen grains are deposited on the stigma either due to closeness of the anthers to the stigma or by pollinating agents (biotic or abiotic). This unique feature brings about pollen-pistil interaction between the male gametophyte, the pollen grains, […]
Pollen-Pistil Interaction and its Significance
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Morphological Characteristics of Pollen Grains
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Morphological characteristics of pollen grains have been categorised into different groups: 1. Pollen Units 2. Polarity 3. Symmetry 4. Shape 5. Size 6. Apertures 7. Sub-Divisions of the Pollen Surface 8. Sporoderm Stratification 9. Exine Ornamentation 10. ‘LO’ Analysis. Characteristic # 1. Pollen Units: The pollen grains are produced within the anther of the flower. […]
Self Incompatibility in Plants | Palynology
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Self-Incompatibility 2. Molecular Basis 3. Determinants 4. Significance. Meaning of Self-Incompatibility: Self-incompatibility or intraspecific incompatibility is a well-designed genetic mechanism by which certain plants recognize and reject their own pollen thus forcing outbreeding. It is defined as “inability of the plant producing functional gametes to […]
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