Botany-Fruit & Seed
NEET Botany Fruit & Seed MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
In the structure of a monocotyledonous seed, what is the role of the aleurone layer?
A
Separates the endosperm from the embryo
B
Protects the seed coat from damage
C
Facilitates water absorption
D
Stores carbohydrates for the seed
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The aleurone layer is a proteinous layer that separates the endosperm from the embryo in a monocotyledonous seed, as described in the NCERT context.
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