Some Plants Rely on Nocturnal Bats for Pollination Rather Than

question 43

Multiple Choice

Some plants rely on nocturnal bats for pollination rather than insects; in what way might these plants differ from those pollinated by insects?

• A) The flowers open at night and are closed during the day.
• B) They would have the brightest petal colors.
• C) The stamen would be located at the base of the receptacle.
• D) The flowers would be much smaller on average than those pollinated by insects.

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