The document discusses the biological functions and characteristics of flowers. It introduces flowers as the reproductive structures of flowering plants that facilitate reproduction through the union of sperm and eggs. Flowers come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and scents to attract different pollinators like birds, bees and bats. They have evolved these traits to disperse pollen between individuals in dispersed populations since plants cannot move on their own.
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This paper aims to analyze ‘EID’ by Auragzeb Alamgir Hashmi from stylistic perspectives including graphological, grammatical, phonological, syntactic and semantic issues. The analysis will help the reader understand not only theoretical aspects of the poem but also its technical ones. So, the study is conducted to analyze graphological, grammatical, phonological, syntactic and semantic issues. It has been helpful to comprehend theme, cultural aspects of Pakistani society, its structure and stylistic issues.
Flowers Industries is a large U.S. wholesale baking company that has grown through acquisitions. In the 1980s, it was seeking to raise $50 million to finance further acquisitions. It considered three financing options: issuing common stock, taking on straight debt, or issuing convertible subordinated debentures. Convertible debentures were identified as the best option because they would not immediately require capital, would yield the highest EPS, and would give the company better control over leveraging. The company's financial status in the 1970s-1980s was profitable with high sales and EPS growth outpacing competitors and the S&P 500 on average.
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Eco-criticism examines the relationship between literature and the physical environment, analyzing how nature is portrayed and its role in plots. New Historicism studies literary texts within both the author's and critic's historical contexts, acknowledging their influence. Diaspora literature emerged from populations scattered from their homelands, like Jewish communities outside Israel, maintaining attachments to origins and new locations.
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The document analyzes the theme of feminism in the short story "The Girl Who Can" by Ghanaian writer Ama Ata Aidoo. It discusses how the main character Adjoa struggles against the traditional society she lives in, which does not believe women should go to school or express their opinions. Adjoa fights to prove herself despite having an imperfect physical condition deemed unsuitable for a girl. In the end, she succeeds in changing her grandmother's views by winning a running competition, showing that women can be powerful and worthy of pride. The author aims to show that societal stereotypes against women need to end.
This paper aims to analyze ‘EID’ by Auragzeb Alamgir Hashmi from stylistic perspectives including graphological, grammatical, phonological, syntactic and semantic issues. The analysis will help the reader understand not only theoretical aspects of the poem but also its technical ones. So, the study is conducted to analyze graphological, grammatical, phonological, syntactic and semantic issues. It has been helpful to comprehend theme, cultural aspects of Pakistani society, its structure and stylistic issues.
Flowers Industries is a large U.S. wholesale baking company that has grown through acquisitions. In the 1980s, it was seeking to raise $50 million to finance further acquisitions. It considered three financing options: issuing common stock, taking on straight debt, or issuing convertible subordinated debentures. Convertible debentures were identified as the best option because they would not immediately require capital, would yield the highest EPS, and would give the company better control over leveraging. The company's financial status in the 1970s-1980s was profitable with high sales and EPS growth outpacing competitors and the S&P 500 on average.
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Flowers are the reproductive organs of seed-bearing plants. They typically have four parts arranged in concentric rings: pistil, stamens, petals, and sepals. The pistil is located in the center and contains the stigma, style, and ovary where ovules develop into seeds. Surrounding the pistil are the stamens which contain anthers that produce pollen. Outside the stamens are brightly colored petals which attract pollinators. The outermost whorl is made up of sepals which protect the developing flower bud.
This document provides an overview of plant classification and describes the main plant groups. It discusses the four main classifications of plants: mosses and liverworts (Bryophyta), ferns (Pteridophyta), conifers (Gymnosperms), and flowering plants (Angiosperms). For each group, it outlines key distinguishing characteristics, examples, and life cycles. It also covers scientific naming conventions and describes several important families of flowering plants.
The document provides information on plant classification, describing the four main groups that plants are classified into: mosses and liverworts, ferns, conifers, and flowering plants. It then focuses on mosses, providing details on their characteristics, life cycle, and subdivisions. The document also briefly outlines key aspects of ferns, conifers, and the angiosperms.
Sexual reproduction in plants involves pollination and fertilization leading to seed formation. Flowers contain male and female reproductive parts. Pollen from the male stamen is transferred to the female pistil by wind, insects or other animals during pollination. Once pollen reaches the stigma, fertilization occurs as the male nuclei fuses with the female nuclei inside the ovary, forming seeds. Common types of pollinators include insects, birds and wind. Flowers have adapted traits to attract different pollinators like color, scent and nectar. Seeds are then dispersed by wind, water or animals for new plant growth.
Flowers are the reproductive structures found in flowering plants that facilitate reproduction through the union of sperm and eggs. Their biological function is to provide a mechanism for fertilization. Many flowers have evolved to attract animals to transfer pollen between flowers. After fertilization, the ovary of the flower develops into fruit containing seeds. In common usage, the term flower refers to the colorful, visible parts of plants like roses, orchids, and chrysanthemums that are used in floral arrangements and decorations due to their attractive blossoms. The essential parts of a flower include the vegetative petals and structures that make up the perianth, as well as the reproductive sexual parts arranged in four whorls - the perian
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The Purple Passionflower is a botanical marvel renowned for its captivating beauty and intricate design. Native to parts of North and South America, it has large, intricate flowers displaying vibrant shades of purple, lavender, and white. Beyond visual appeal, it has deep cultural and historical significance and applications in herbal remedies, horticulture, and supporting pollinators. However, its survival is threatened by habitat loss and climate change, underscoring the need for conservation efforts to protect this botanical treasure.
This document provides an overview of the plant kingdom, focusing on the phylum Pteropsida. It describes Pteropsida as a large group of vascular plants characterized by parenchymatous leaf gaps in the stele and leaves thought to have originated as branched stem systems. The document then summarizes key subgroups within Pteropsida including filicinae (ferns), gymnospermae, and angiospermae. For each subgroup, it outlines defining characteristics, diversity, ecology, evolution, uses, and economic importance.
This instructive YouTube movie examines the enthralling biology of flowers. It begins by describing the fundamental components of a flower, including pistils, stamens, and petals, as well as the meaning behind their various hues and shapes. The process of flower pollination, the involvement of insects in assisting this process, and the components of the flower that are in charge of luring the appropriate insects are next covered in further detail. The film concludes by examining the flower's life cycle and the role that seed dissemination plays in the development of new blossoms. Anyone interested in learning more about the science underlying the beauty of flowers should watch this video.
This document provides an overview of plant taxonomy including its objectives, main references, and course syllabus. It discusses key concepts in plant taxonomy such as identification, classification, and nomenclature. It also summarizes several important plant families including Asteraceae, Fabaceae, Poaceae, Brassicaceae, Apiaceae, Lamiaceae, and Rosaceae. Methods of plant taxonomy are outlined including morphology, floristics, herbaria, and botanical gardens. The importance of field observation and a region's flora are also noted.
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This document provides information about the angiosperms (flowering plants). It defines angiosperms and provides details about their characteristics such as having seeds enclosed in an ovary. It describes key parts of angiosperms like roots, stems, leaves and flowers. It also discusses the life cycle of angiosperms including sexual reproduction and pollination. The document outlines several economically important families of angiosperms like Rosaceae, Fabaceae, Solanaceae and Poaceae. It highlights the many uses of angiosperms including as food sources, medicines, fibers and more.
The document provides information on orchids including:
- There are over 17,000 known orchid species that live all over the world, on trees, ground, or in symbiosis with fungi or insects.
- Many orchids attract pollinators like bees and flies through deception, mimicking the appearance or smells of bees, wasps, or mushrooms. Pollen is transferred between the pollinator and stigma.
- Orchids are divided into 5 subfamilies with varying characteristics such as number of stamens and habitat. The largest subfamily contains over 15,000 epiphytic species.
The document discusses the evolution of flowering plants from gymnosperms around 180 million years ago during the Jurassic period. It notes that ancient gymnosperms are in the direct line of evolution leading to flowering plants. Basal angiosperms like water lilies and star anise are among the earliest known flowering plants, while the oldest definitive fossils date back 125-145 million years. Flowering plants diversified into three main subgroups - magnoliids, monocots, and eudicots - and provide food and energy for many animal species.
The Asteraceae family, also known as the aster, daisy, sunflower, or composite family, contains over 23,600 species spread across 1,620 genera. It is one of the largest and most widespread flowering plant families. Asteraceae plants are identified by their composite inflorescence of numerous small flowers packed into a capitulum and often accompanied by involucral bracts. They include many food crops and herbs as well as ornamental and medicinal plants.
Flowers are the reproductive structures of flowering plants. They mediate the joining of male pollen and female ovules to produce seeds. Flowers come in different types and colors that attract various pollinators through specialization. Over millions of years, flowers have evolved complex relationships with pollinators for effective reproduction. In many cultures today, flowers are used symbolically in occasions like weddings and also commercially in printing messages on fresh blooms.
The document discusses various uses of the Internet. It can be summarized as follows:
1) The Internet has reshaped traditional communications and media through new services like VoIP and IPTV. It has also enabled new forms of online interactions through messaging, forums, and social networking.
2) The Internet consists of a global system of interconnected computer networks that use TCP/IP and link millions of private, public, business, and government networks. It carries a wide range of information and services like the World Wide Web.
3) Common uses of the Internet include email communication, file transfers, online shopping, and social networking through websites like Facebook and Twitter. The Internet also allows greater flexibility in work hours and locations
Noise pollution disrupts human and animal life and comes from sources like construction, transportation systems, and urban planning. It can cause health issues for humans like hypertension, hearing loss, and sleep disturbances. Noise pollution also negatively impacts wildlife by interfering with communication and increasing predation risk. Prevention strategies include noise barriers, limiting vehicle speeds, and controlling heavy traffic to reduce noise.
Flowers are the reproductive organs of seed-bearing plants. They typically have four parts arranged in concentric rings: pistil, stamens, petals, and sepals. The pistil is located in the center and contains the stigma, style, and ovary where ovules develop into seeds. Surrounding the pistil are the stamens which contain anthers that produce pollen. Outside the stamens are brightly colored petals which attract pollinators. The outermost whorl is made up of sepals which protect the developing flower bud.
This document provides an overview of plant classification and describes the main plant groups. It discusses the four main classifications of plants: mosses and liverworts (Bryophyta), ferns (Pteridophyta), conifers (Gymnosperms), and flowering plants (Angiosperms). For each group, it outlines key distinguishing characteristics, examples, and life cycles. It also covers scientific naming conventions and describes several important families of flowering plants.
The document provides information on plant classification, describing the four main groups that plants are classified into: mosses and liverworts, ferns, conifers, and flowering plants. It then focuses on mosses, providing details on their characteristics, life cycle, and subdivisions. The document also briefly outlines key aspects of ferns, conifers, and the angiosperms.
Sexual reproduction in plants involves pollination and fertilization leading to seed formation. Flowers contain male and female reproductive parts. Pollen from the male stamen is transferred to the female pistil by wind, insects or other animals during pollination. Once pollen reaches the stigma, fertilization occurs as the male nuclei fuses with the female nuclei inside the ovary, forming seeds. Common types of pollinators include insects, birds and wind. Flowers have adapted traits to attract different pollinators like color, scent and nectar. Seeds are then dispersed by wind, water or animals for new plant growth.
Flowers are the reproductive structures found in flowering plants that facilitate reproduction through the union of sperm and eggs. Their biological function is to provide a mechanism for fertilization. Many flowers have evolved to attract animals to transfer pollen between flowers. After fertilization, the ovary of the flower develops into fruit containing seeds. In common usage, the term flower refers to the colorful, visible parts of plants like roses, orchids, and chrysanthemums that are used in floral arrangements and decorations due to their attractive blossoms. The essential parts of a flower include the vegetative petals and structures that make up the perianth, as well as the reproductive sexual parts arranged in four whorls - the perian
MOST UNUSUAL FLOWERS OF INDIA. MOTH ORCHID Flower of India. As the name suggests, this flowers resembles a moth in flight and hence is called Moth Orchid. PASSION FLOWER. ANGEL ORCHID. FLAME LILY. LOBSTER CLAW. MONKEY FACE ORCHIDS. List of rare flowers discovered or rediscovered in India.
Horticulturist Bill Barash presents information about Plant Families, describing distinguishing characteristics, examples of plants in each family, folkloric and medicinal use
The document discusses different types of plants and how they grow. It describes killer plants that catch insects, water plants that float or have roots in water or mud, desert plants that store water in thick leaves, rainforest plants with many tree species, plants that live on other trees, plants that make new plants through runners or roots, and juicy fruit plants whose seeds are spread by birds and animals after eating the fruit.
Purple Passionflower: A Botanical Masterpiece in Your GardenRifat Hasan Rifat
The Purple Passionflower is a botanical marvel renowned for its captivating beauty and intricate design. Native to parts of North and South America, it has large, intricate flowers displaying vibrant shades of purple, lavender, and white. Beyond visual appeal, it has deep cultural and historical significance and applications in herbal remedies, horticulture, and supporting pollinators. However, its survival is threatened by habitat loss and climate change, underscoring the need for conservation efforts to protect this botanical treasure.
This document provides an overview of the plant kingdom, focusing on the phylum Pteropsida. It describes Pteropsida as a large group of vascular plants characterized by parenchymatous leaf gaps in the stele and leaves thought to have originated as branched stem systems. The document then summarizes key subgroups within Pteropsida including filicinae (ferns), gymnospermae, and angiospermae. For each subgroup, it outlines defining characteristics, diversity, ecology, evolution, uses, and economic importance.
This instructive YouTube movie examines the enthralling biology of flowers. It begins by describing the fundamental components of a flower, including pistils, stamens, and petals, as well as the meaning behind their various hues and shapes. The process of flower pollination, the involvement of insects in assisting this process, and the components of the flower that are in charge of luring the appropriate insects are next covered in further detail. The film concludes by examining the flower's life cycle and the role that seed dissemination plays in the development of new blossoms. Anyone interested in learning more about the science underlying the beauty of flowers should watch this video.
This document provides an overview of plant taxonomy including its objectives, main references, and course syllabus. It discusses key concepts in plant taxonomy such as identification, classification, and nomenclature. It also summarizes several important plant families including Asteraceae, Fabaceae, Poaceae, Brassicaceae, Apiaceae, Lamiaceae, and Rosaceae. Methods of plant taxonomy are outlined including morphology, floristics, herbaria, and botanical gardens. The importance of field observation and a region's flora are also noted.
ZOOPHILY- POLLINATION WITH HELP OF ANIMALSHarshika4
what is zoophily, Types of zoophily, entomophilous flowers characteristics, Pollination in yucca, poliination in salvia, Calotropis, Trap door rmechanism, pseudocopulation, Save the pollinators
Some info about flowers, we can see this information as a ppt and in slides. Do you want more info about flowers, then i can provide more when time permits.
This document provides information about the angiosperms (flowering plants). It defines angiosperms and provides details about their characteristics such as having seeds enclosed in an ovary. It describes key parts of angiosperms like roots, stems, leaves and flowers. It also discusses the life cycle of angiosperms including sexual reproduction and pollination. The document outlines several economically important families of angiosperms like Rosaceae, Fabaceae, Solanaceae and Poaceae. It highlights the many uses of angiosperms including as food sources, medicines, fibers and more.
The document provides information on orchids including:
- There are over 17,000 known orchid species that live all over the world, on trees, ground, or in symbiosis with fungi or insects.
- Many orchids attract pollinators like bees and flies through deception, mimicking the appearance or smells of bees, wasps, or mushrooms. Pollen is transferred between the pollinator and stigma.
- Orchids are divided into 5 subfamilies with varying characteristics such as number of stamens and habitat. The largest subfamily contains over 15,000 epiphytic species.
The document discusses the evolution of flowering plants from gymnosperms around 180 million years ago during the Jurassic period. It notes that ancient gymnosperms are in the direct line of evolution leading to flowering plants. Basal angiosperms like water lilies and star anise are among the earliest known flowering plants, while the oldest definitive fossils date back 125-145 million years. Flowering plants diversified into three main subgroups - magnoliids, monocots, and eudicots - and provide food and energy for many animal species.
The Asteraceae family, also known as the aster, daisy, sunflower, or composite family, contains over 23,600 species spread across 1,620 genera. It is one of the largest and most widespread flowering plant families. Asteraceae plants are identified by their composite inflorescence of numerous small flowers packed into a capitulum and often accompanied by involucral bracts. They include many food crops and herbs as well as ornamental and medicinal plants.
Flowers are the reproductive structures of flowering plants. They mediate the joining of male pollen and female ovules to produce seeds. Flowers come in different types and colors that attract various pollinators through specialization. Over millions of years, flowers have evolved complex relationships with pollinators for effective reproduction. In many cultures today, flowers are used symbolically in occasions like weddings and also commercially in printing messages on fresh blooms.
The document discusses various uses of the Internet. It can be summarized as follows:
1) The Internet has reshaped traditional communications and media through new services like VoIP and IPTV. It has also enabled new forms of online interactions through messaging, forums, and social networking.
2) The Internet consists of a global system of interconnected computer networks that use TCP/IP and link millions of private, public, business, and government networks. It carries a wide range of information and services like the World Wide Web.
3) Common uses of the Internet include email communication, file transfers, online shopping, and social networking through websites like Facebook and Twitter. The Internet also allows greater flexibility in work hours and locations
Noise pollution disrupts human and animal life and comes from sources like construction, transportation systems, and urban planning. It can cause health issues for humans like hypertension, hearing loss, and sleep disturbances. Noise pollution also negatively impacts wildlife by interfering with communication and increasing predation risk. Prevention strategies include noise barriers, limiting vehicle speeds, and controlling heavy traffic to reduce noise.
The national flag of India was adopted on July 22, 1947. It is a horizontal tricolor flag with deep saffron, white and green horizontal stripes. In the center is a navy blue wheel with 24 spokes called the Ashok Chakra. The colors represent courage and sacrifice, peace and truth, and faith and chivalry. Laws govern the use and treatment of the flag with dignity and respect.
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This document summarizes a student project called "Smart Board" that aims to create a digital information system for a computer applications department. It will contain information about questions, assignments, and department activities. There will be three types of users - admin, teachers, and students. The document outlines the objectives, features, and modules of the project, including student details, teacher details, course details, and more. It also provides information on the software and hardware requirements and includes diagrams of the entity relationship model and data flow of the system.
2. Introduction
A flower, sometimes known as a bloom orA flower, sometimes known as a bloom or blossomblossom, is the, is the
reproductivereproductive structure found instructure found in flowering plantsflowering plants (plants of the division(plants of the division
MagnoliophytaMagnoliophyta, also called angiosperms). The biological function of a, also called angiosperms). The biological function of a
flower is to effect reproduction, usually by providing a mechanism for theflower is to effect reproduction, usually by providing a mechanism for the
union of sperm with eggs. Flowers may facilitate outcrossing (fusion ofunion of sperm with eggs. Flowers may facilitate outcrossing (fusion of
sperm and eggs from different individuals in a population) or allow selfingsperm and eggs from different individuals in a population) or allow selfing
(fusion of sperm and egg from the same flower). Some flowers produce(fusion of sperm and egg from the same flower). Some flowers produce
diasporesdiaspores without fertilization (without fertilization (parthenocarpyparthenocarpy). Flowers contain sporangia). Flowers contain sporangia
and are the site where gametophytes develop. Flowers give rise to fruit andand are the site where gametophytes develop. Flowers give rise to fruit and
seeds. Many flowers have evolved to be attractive to animals, so as toseeds. Many flowers have evolved to be attractive to animals, so as to
cause them to be vectors for the transfer of pollen.cause them to be vectors for the transfer of pollen.
In addition to facilitating the reproduction of flowering plants,In addition to facilitating the reproduction of flowering plants,
flowers have long been admired and used by humans to beautify theirflowers have long been admired and used by humans to beautify their
environment, but also as objects of romance, ritual, religion, medicine andenvironment, but also as objects of romance, ritual, religion, medicine and
as a source of food.as a source of food.
3. Lotus
Nelumbo nuciferaNelumbo nucifera, known by a number of names including, known by a number of names including IndianIndian
LotusLotus,, Sacred LotusSacred Lotus,, Bean of IndiaBean of India, or simply, or simply LotusLotus, is a plant in the, is a plant in the
monogenericmonogeneric familyfamily NelumbonaceaeNelumbonaceae. The Linnaean binomial Nelumbo. The Linnaean binomial Nelumbo
nucifera (nucifera (Gaertn.Gaertn.) is the currently recognized name for this species, which has) is the currently recognized name for this species, which has
been classified under thebeen classified under the former namesformer names, Nelumbium speciosum (, Nelumbium speciosum (Willd.Willd.) and) and
NymphaeaNymphaea nelumbo, among others. Names other than Nelumbo nucifera (nelumbo, among others. Names other than Nelumbo nucifera (
Gaertn.Gaertn.) are obsolete synonyms and should not be used in current works. This) are obsolete synonyms and should not be used in current works. This
plant is an aquatic perennial. Under favorable circumstances its seeds mayplant is an aquatic perennial. Under favorable circumstances its seeds may
remain viable for many years.remain viable for many years.
A common misconception is referring to the lotus as a waterlily (A common misconception is referring to the lotus as a waterlily (
NymphaeaNymphaea), an entirely different plant as can be seen from the center of the), an entirely different plant as can be seen from the center of the
flower, which clearly lacks the structure that goes on to form the distinctiveflower, which clearly lacks the structure that goes on to form the distinctive
circular seed pod in the Nelumbo nucifera.circular seed pod in the Nelumbo nucifera.
Waterlilies come in various colors, whereas the lotus has flowersWaterlilies come in various colors, whereas the lotus has flowers
ranging in hues of white to hot pink.ranging in hues of white to hot pink.
4. Rose
AA roserose is a woodyis a woody perennialperennial of theof the genusgenus Rosa, within the familyRosa, within the family
RosaceaeRosaceae. There are over 100 species. They form a group of erect shrubs,. There are over 100 species. They form a group of erect shrubs,
and climbing or trailing plants, with stems that are often armed with sharpand climbing or trailing plants, with stems that are often armed with sharp
pricklesprickles. Flowers are large and showy, in colours ranging from white. Flowers are large and showy, in colours ranging from white
through yellows and reds. Most species are native to Asia, with smallerthrough yellows and reds. Most species are native to Asia, with smaller
numbers native to Europe, North America, and northwest Africa. Species,numbers native to Europe, North America, and northwest Africa. Species,
cultivarscultivars andand hybridshybrids are all widely grown for their beauty and fragrance.are all widely grown for their beauty and fragrance.
Rose plants range in size from compact, miniature roses, to climbers thatRose plants range in size from compact, miniature roses, to climbers that
can reach 7 meters in height. Different species hybridize easily, and this hascan reach 7 meters in height. Different species hybridize easily, and this has
been used in the development of the wide range ofbeen used in the development of the wide range of garden rosesgarden roses..[1][1]
The name rose comes from French, itself from Latin rosa, whichThe name rose comes from French, itself from Latin rosa, which
was perhaps borrowed fromwas perhaps borrowed from OscanOscan, from, from GreekGreek, related to, related to Old PersianOld Persian
wrd-,wrd-, AvestanAvestan var da,əvar da,ə SogdianSogdian ward,ward, ParthianParthian wâr,wâr, ArmenianArmenian vard.vard.[2][3][2][3]
5. Sunflower
SunflowerSunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an(Helianthus annuus) is an annual plantannual plant native to thenative to the
AmericasAmericas that possesses a largethat possesses a large inflorescenceinflorescence (flowering head). The(flowering head). The
sunflower got its name from its huge, fiery blooms, whose shape andsunflower got its name from its huge, fiery blooms, whose shape and
image is often used to depict the sun. The sunflower has a rough, hairyimage is often used to depict the sun. The sunflower has a rough, hairy
stem, broad, coarsely toothed, rough leaves and circular heads of flowers.stem, broad, coarsely toothed, rough leaves and circular heads of flowers.
The heads consist of 1,000-2,000 individual flowers joined together by aThe heads consist of 1,000-2,000 individual flowers joined together by a
receptacle base.receptacle base.
From the Americas, sunflower seeds were brought to Europe in the 16thFrom the Americas, sunflower seeds were brought to Europe in the 16th
century, where, along withcentury, where, along with sunflower oilsunflower oil, they became a widespread, they became a widespread
cooking ingredient. Sunflower leaves can be used as cattle feed, while thecooking ingredient. Sunflower leaves can be used as cattle feed, while the
stems contain a fibre which may be used in paper production.stems contain a fibre which may be used in paper production.
6. Conclusion
Plants cannot move from one location to another, thus many flowers havePlants cannot move from one location to another, thus many flowers have
evolved to attract animals to transfer pollen between individuals in dispersedevolved to attract animals to transfer pollen between individuals in dispersed
populations.populations. BirdsBirds andand beesbees have color vision, enabling them to seek outhave color vision, enabling them to seek out
"colorful" flowers. Some flowers have patterns, called"colorful" flowers. Some flowers have patterns, called nectar guidesnectar guides, that show, that show
pollinators where to look for nectar; they may be visible only underpollinators where to look for nectar; they may be visible only under ultravioletultraviolet
light, which is visible to bees and some other insects. Flowers also attractlight, which is visible to bees and some other insects. Flowers also attract
pollinators bypollinators by scentscent and some of those scents are pleasant to our sense of smell.and some of those scents are pleasant to our sense of smell.
Not all flower scents are appealing to humans, a number of flowers areNot all flower scents are appealing to humans, a number of flowers are
pollinated by insects that are attracted to rotten flesh and have flowers thatpollinated by insects that are attracted to rotten flesh and have flowers that
smell like dead animals. Flowers pollinated by night visitors, including bats andsmell like dead animals. Flowers pollinated by night visitors, including bats and
moths, are likely to concentrate on scent to attract pollinators and most suchmoths, are likely to concentrate on scent to attract pollinators and most such
flowers are white.flowers are white.
- Presented by
Saikat Rakshit.
7. Conclusion
Plants cannot move from one location to another, thus many flowers havePlants cannot move from one location to another, thus many flowers have
evolved to attract animals to transfer pollen between individuals in dispersedevolved to attract animals to transfer pollen between individuals in dispersed
populations.populations. BirdsBirds andand beesbees have color vision, enabling them to seek outhave color vision, enabling them to seek out
"colorful" flowers. Some flowers have patterns, called"colorful" flowers. Some flowers have patterns, called nectar guidesnectar guides, that show, that show
pollinators where to look for nectar; they may be visible only underpollinators where to look for nectar; they may be visible only under ultravioletultraviolet
light, which is visible to bees and some other insects. Flowers also attractlight, which is visible to bees and some other insects. Flowers also attract
pollinators bypollinators by scentscent and some of those scents are pleasant to our sense of smell.and some of those scents are pleasant to our sense of smell.
Not all flower scents are appealing to humans, a number of flowers areNot all flower scents are appealing to humans, a number of flowers are
pollinated by insects that are attracted to rotten flesh and have flowers thatpollinated by insects that are attracted to rotten flesh and have flowers that
smell like dead animals. Flowers pollinated by night visitors, including bats andsmell like dead animals. Flowers pollinated by night visitors, including bats and
moths, are likely to concentrate on scent to attract pollinators and most suchmoths, are likely to concentrate on scent to attract pollinators and most such
flowers are white.flowers are white.
- Presented by
Saikat Rakshit.