Question

Explain the difference between self-pollination and cross-pollination.

Answer 1

S. No.	Self-Pollination	Cross-Pollination
1.	Pollen grains are transferred to stigma of same flower	Pollen grains are transferred to stigma of different flower.
2.	Pollinating agent is not required	Pollinating agent such as wind, water, insects, etc. is not required.
3.	Examples: Peanuts, sunflower, etc.	Examples: Mango, rose and most of the flowering plants