Flower Power Midterm Practice Test

What is another name for the carpel?

Stamen Filament Petal Pistil

Correct Answer:

Pistil

Explanation:

The carpel is the female reproductive unit of a flower, the part that bears ovules. The term pistil refers to the whole female structure of the flower, which is made up of one or more carpels and includes the stigma, style, and ovary. So, in basic terms, a single carpel can form a simple pistil, and in many flowers the pistil is composed of multiple carpels. That’s why pistil is the correct name for the carpel in general usage. The other options point to different flower parts: stamen is the male part, filament is part of the stamen, and petal is a floral leaf that attracts pollinators.

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