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) None of the above

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The term "self-incompatible" refers to species of plants that cannot self-fertilize due to evolved mechanisms that prevent it. Option A ("selfing") is incorrect as it refers to self-fertilization. Option C ("synapomorphous") is incorrect as it refers to shared characteristics between different species due to a common ancestor. Option D ("synchronous") is incorrect as it refers to things occurring simultaneously.

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