Which reproductive parts of the flower contain the germ cells?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Stamens and pistils

The reproductive parts of a flower are the stamens (male reproductive organs) and pistils (female reproductive organs). These structures are responsible for the production and housing of germ cells (gametes).

1. Stamens (Male Reproductive Part):
• The stamens consist of two parts: anther and filament.
• The anther produces pollen grains, which contain male gametes (sperm cells).
2. Pistils (Female Reproductive Part):
• The pistil consists of the stigma, style, and ovary.
• The ovary contains ovules, which house the female gametes (egg cells).

Together, the stamens and pistils ensure sexual reproduction in flowering plants through the process of pollination and fertilization.

Key Facts (Exam-Oriented):

• The anther in the stamen produces pollen grains, which are the male germ cells.
• The ovule inside the ovary contains the female germ cells (eggs).
• Pollination transfers pollen to the stigma of the pistil, leading to fertilization.
• Flowers are hermaphroditic in many cases, containing both stamens and pistils.