Question

Identify the set of correct statement:
A. The flowers of Vallisneria are colourful and produce nectar. 
B. The flowers of waterlily are not pollinated by water. 
C. In most of water-pollinated species, the pollen grains are protected from wetting. 
D. Pollen grains of some hydrophytes are long and ribbon like. 
E. In some hydrophytes, the pollen grains are carried passively inside water. 
Choose the correct answer from the options given below

• A. C, D and E only
• B. A, B, C and D only
• C. A, C, D and E only
• D. B, C, D and E only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

This question requires identification of correct statements regarding flowering plants. Let's evaluate each statement:

• A. Vallisneria flowers are brightly colored and secrete nectar.
  Vallisneria is an submerged aquatic plant. Its flowers are typically pale and do not produce nectar, as pollination is not insect-dependent. Therefore, statement A is false.
• B. Waterlily flowers are not pollinated by water.
  Water lilies are mainly pollinated by insects, not water. Thus, statement B is true.
• C. In the majority of water-pollinated species, pollen grains are shielded from moisture.
  Water-pollinated species exhibit adaptations, such as hydrophobic surfaces, to protect pollen grains from becoming wet. This statement is true.
• D. Some hydrophytes possess long, ribbon-like pollen grains.
  This morphology facilitates efficient dispersal via water to reach female flowers. This statement is true.
• E. In certain hydrophytes, pollen grains are transported passively within water.
  Some aquatic plants release pollen into the water, allowing for passive transport to other plants. This statement is true.

Following this analysis, the accurate statements are B, C, D, and E. This corresponds to the option: B, C, D, and E only.