Species of plants that have evolved mechanisms to prevent self-fertilization are said to be
A) selfing.
B) self-incompatible.
C) synapomorphous.
D) synchronous.
E) self-compatible.

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Species of plants that have evolved mechanisms to prevent self-fertilization are said to be self-incompatible. This ensures greater genetic diversity within a population and decreases the likelihood of inbreeding depression.

Species of Plants That Have Evolved Mechanisms to Prevent Self-Fertilization