Label the Parts of the Flower
- Drop target 1: Anther
- Drop target 2: Pistol (or Pistil)
- Drop target 3: Stamen
Description of Plant Fertilization
Fertilization in plants typically begins with pollination, where pollen grains from the anther are transferred to the stigma of the pistil. The pollen then germinates, forming a pollen tube that grows down through the style towards the ovary. Once the pollen tube reaches the ovule, it releases sperm cells that fertilize the egg cell, leading to the formation of a zygote, which will develop into a seed. This process is crucial for the reproduction of flowering plants.