The stem of a flower bud is systematically excised to remove the anthers and stamens before they die. In order to minimize self-pollination, this is done. Hybridization by artificial means includes emasculation. This method is used by plant breeders to prevent the pollination of adjacent flowers and pollinate stigmas with pollens of the desired variety.
Answered by Pragya Singh | 1 year agoWhat is apomixis and what is its importance?
Explain the role of tapetum in the formation of pollen-grain walls.
If one can induce parthenocarpy through the application of growth substances, which fruits would you select to induce parthenocarpy and why?
Why is an apple called a false fruit? Which part(s) of the flower forms the fruit?
Differentiate between: Perisperm and pericarp.