Kaplan Nursing Entrance Practice Exam

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Which structure is considered the female organ of a flower?

Stamen
Ovary
Pistil
Anther

The correct answer is: Pistil

The female organ of a flower is the pistil. This structure is essential for reproduction, as it is composed of several parts: the stigma (where pollen is received), the style (a tube leading from the stigma to the ovary), and the ovary itself (which contains the ovules). The pistil plays a crucial role in the process of fertilization. It receives the pollen and allows for the sperm cells to reach the ovules, ultimately leading to the development of seeds. The stamen, while part of the flower, is the male reproductive organ, responsible for producing pollen. The ovary, while a component of the pistil, is just one part of this overall female structure and does not encompass all functions attributed to female organ roles. Similarly, the anther is a part of the stamen that produces and releases pollen. Therefore, understanding the pistil as the entire female structure encapsulates both its role and its components in flower reproduction.