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In some members of which of the following pairs of families, pollen grains retain their viability for months after release?

  1. A
    Poaceae ; Solanaceae
  2. B
    Rosaceae ; Leguminosae
  3. C
    Poaceae ; Rosaceae
  4. D
    Poaceae ; Leguminosae

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Pollen viability varies greatly. In cereals like rice and wheat (Poaceae), it's lost within minutes. However, in some members of Rosaceae, Leguminosae, and Solanaceae, pollen can remain viable for months.

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In some members of which of the following pairs of families, pollen grains retain their viability for months after release?
A
Poaceae ; Solanaceae
B
Rosaceae ; Leguminosae
C
Poaceae ; Rosaceae
D
Poaceae ; Leguminosae

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