Scoop-shaped pores aid buzz pollination in plants
Many flowering plants rely on buzz pollination, where bees vibrate flowers to release pollen from tiny openings. New research reveals that scoop-shaped pores on these structures help distribute pollen more efficiently. This mechanism is crucial for crops like tomatoes, eggplants, and blueberries.
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