What is another word for cross-pollination?
Pronunciation: [kɹˈɒspˌɒlɪnˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Cross-pollination is a term used to describe the process of transferring of pollen from the anthers of one flower to the stigma of another. It leads to the fertilization of the ovules, resulting in the production of seeds. The process of cross-pollination can also be described as hybridization, gene flow, or interbreeding. Pollen transfer can take place through various modes such as wind, insect, or other animals. The term "interpollination" is also used as a synonym for cross-pollination, as it describes the exchange of genetic material between related plant species. Furthermore, the term "cross-fertilization" can sometimes be used in place of cross-pollination.
