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Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only insect that can pollinate this t
Question

Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only insect that can pollinate this tree?

A.

Fig

B.

Mahua

C.

Sandalwood

D.

Silk cotton

Correct option is A

Fig (Ficus species) trees have a unique and intricate relationship with a specific group of insects known as fig wasps (family Agaonidae). This relationship is a classic example of coevolution, where both the fig tree and the fig wasp have evolved together to form a mutualistic relationship that is essential for the reproduction of both species.

Mahua (Madhuca longifolia): Mahua flowers are pollinated by various insects, including bees and moths, but there is no single, specialized insect that exclusively pollinates Mahua.

Sandalwood (Santalum album): Sandalwood trees do not have a unique, coevolved relationship with a single insect species for pollination. They are pollinated by generalist insects like bees.

Silk cotton (Bombax ceiba): Silk cotton trees are typically pollinated by birds and bats, not by a unique insect species.

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