NEET Botany Seed Structure MCQ Question
Given below is the diagrammatic sketch of a maize seed. Identify the parts labelled as A, B, C and D and select the true option.

A⁻Aleurone Layer, B⁻Scutellum, C⁻Coleorhiza, D⁻Coleoptile
A⁻Scutellum, B⁻Aleurone layer, C⁻Coleoptile, D⁻Radicle
A⁻Scutellum, B⁻Aleurone layer, C⁻Coleorhiza, D⁻Coleoptile
A⁻Aleurone layer, B⁻Scutellum, C⁻Coleoptile, D⁻Coleorhiza
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The aleurone layer is the outermost layer, followed by the scutellum. The coleorhiza and coleoptile protect the radicle and plumule respectively.
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