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The structure of a flower
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The structure of a flower
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Flowers have both male and female parts that are important for reproduction. They contain pollen and eggs that make seeds. These seeds can then grow into new plants.
Flower structure
The flower has many different parts that are important for its growth and the growth of new plants.
| | Part | Function |
| 1. | Stamen | The stamen is the male part of the flower that is made up of the anther and the filament. |
| 1. A | Anther | Contains pollen. |
| 1. B | Filament | Holds up the anther. |
| 2. | Carpel | The carpel is the female part of the flower that is made up of the stigma, style and ovaries. |
| 2. A | Stigma | The sticky part of the flower that catches pollen from the anther. |
| 2. B | Style | Holds up the stigma. |
| 2. C | Ovary | Contains eggs (also called ovules - part 3.) |
| 4. | Sepal | Small leaves that protect the flower when it is a bud. |
| 5. | Petal | Brightly coloured to attract insects. |
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FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
What do pollen and seeds do?
Flowers contain pollen and eggs that make seeds. These seeds can then grow into new plants.
What are the female parts of the flower?
The carpel is the female part of the flower that is made up of the stigma, style and ovaries.
What are the male parts of the flower?
The stamen is the male part of the flower that is made up of the anther and the filament.
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