Which term is the male reproductive structure of a flower?

• A. Stamen
• B. Ovary
• C. Petal
• D. Flower

Answer: (A)

Stamen is the male reproductive structure of a flower. It consists of a filament that holds up the anther, where pollen is produced. Pollen carries the male genetic material and fertilizes the ovules in the ovary, enabling seed development. The ovary is the female part that contains ovules and often develops into fruit after fertilization. Petals mainly attract pollinators and protect the reproductive parts, while the entire flower refers to the whole structure that may include both male and female parts. So the male reproductive structure is the stamen.