The pistil in the flower is _______.

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  1. a male reproductive part
  2. unisexual
  3. a female reproductive part
  4. bisexual

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Option 3 : a female reproductive part
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The correct answer is a female reproductive part.

Key Points

  • Pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower with a stigma at its top.
  • Pistil is the ovule producing part of a flower.
  • The function of a pistil is to receive pollen and produce seeds.
  • The ovary often supports a long style, topped by a stigma.
  • The mature ovary is a fruit, and the mature ovule is a seed. 
  • Pollens are produced by the male part of a flower called the stamen.
  • A flower is actually made of specialized stems and leaves.

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