The data indicate that insect pollination consistently leads to the highest seed production across all three plant species, suggesting that this method is more effective for reproductive success compared to wind and self-pollination. Wind pollination also yields substantial seed production, particularly in species a and b, while self-pollination results in significantly lower seed numbers, likely due to reduced genetic diversity and less effective fertilization in those instances.
Based on the data below, explain how the different methods of pollination (wind, insect, and self-pollination) affect the reproductive success (measured by seed production) in three plant species. What conclusions can you draw from this data?
| plant species | wind pollination | insect pollination | self-pollination |
| species a | 150 | 200 | 50 |
| species b | 120 | 180 | 70 |
| species c | 100 | 250 | 30 |
***In your response, consider how the number of seeds produced correlates with each method of pollination and discuss possible reasons for these results.
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