Multiple choice

The non-functional stamens are called ______.

  1. pistillate

  2. staminodes

  3. staminate

  4. neuter

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Staminodes are sterile, non-functional stamens that have lost their reproductive ability. Pistillate and staminate refer to functional unisexual flowers. Neuter flowers lack functional reproductive parts entirely.