Botany-Seed & Fruit Development
NEET Botany Seed & Fruit Development MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12
What is the function of the aleurone layer in a monocotyledonous seed?
A
Separates the embryo from the endosperm
B
Stores nutrients for the embryo
C
Forms the outer seed coat
D
Protects the seed from pathogens
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The aleurone layer is a proteinous layer that separates the embryo from the endosperm in a monocotyledonous seed, as indicated in the NCERT context.
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