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Proximal end of the filament of stamen is attached to the:

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: A
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Flower structure and its parts
	**Related Topics**: Plant reproduction, Angiosperms, Flower morphology
	**Prerequisites**: Basic understanding of plant biology and flower parts.
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
	The question asks about the attachment point of the filament of the stamen.
**Method & Steps**:
	1. **Understanding Stamen Structure**: The stamen is the male reproductive part of a flower and consists of two main parts: the filament and the anther.
		Reasoning: The filament is a stalk-like structure that supports the anther.
	2. **Attachment Point**: The proximal end (the end closer to the flower's center) of the filament is attached to either the thalamus (the receptacle of the flower) or the petals.
		Working: The thalamus is the central part of the flower where all the floral parts are attached. Sometimes, the filaments are fused to the petals.
		Key Point: The distal end of the filament supports the anther, where pollen grains are produced.
	3. **Identifying the Correct Option**:  The correct option is 'Thalamus or petal'.
		Result: A
		Verification: This is consistent with the botanical definition of stamen attachment.
 ## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] ✓: The proximal end of the filament can be attached to either the thalamus or the petal, making this the correct option.
[B] :x: The stigma is the receptive part of the female reproductive structure (pistil) where pollen grains land. The filament is not attached to the stigma.
[C] :x: The style is the stalk-like part of the pistil that connects the stigma to the ovary. The filament is not attached to the style.
[D] :x: The ovary is the basal part of the pistil that contains ovules. The filament is not attached to the ovary.
 ## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing parts of the stamen with parts of the pistil: Remember that stamen is the male part and pistil is the female part.
			How to avoid: Carefully study the structure and function of each part of the flower.
		2.  Misinterpreting 'proximal end': Proximal means closer to the point of attachment or origin.
			How to avoid: Visualize the flower structure and the position of the filament.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Remember the acronym 'TAP' for Thalamus, Anther, Petal to recall the parts related to the stamen's attachment.
		2. Visualize the flower structure and location of each part to avoid confusion.

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The correct Option is "Thalamus or petal"

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Stigma

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Style

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Ovary

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