Question:medium

Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A): Both wind and water pollinated flowers are not very colorful and do not produce nectar. 
Reason (R): The flowers produce enormous amounts of pollen grains in wind and water pollinated flowers.

In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Wind and water-pollinated flowers typically lack vibrant colors and nectar because they do not need to attract animal pollinators. Instead, they produce large amounts of pollen to facilitate pollination through air or water.
Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
  • Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
  • A is true but R is false
  • A is false but R is true
  • Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A