NCERT · Class 12 · Biology · Organisms and PopulationsThe Mediterranean orchid Ophrys employs which mechanism to ensure pollination?
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Ophrys employs sexual deceit. One petal of its flower bears an uncanny resemblance to the female bee in size, color, and markings, so the male bee pseudocopulates with the flower, thereby assisting in pollination.
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Option : Sexual deceit (Correct Answer)
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Option 1: Brood parasitism
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Option 2: Commensalism
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Option 3: Mutualism
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