STANDARDBotany-Seed Structure
STANDARD Botany Endosperm MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
Endosperm is consumed by developing embryo in the seed of
A
Pea
B
Maize
C
Coconut
D
Castor
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Endosperm is present act as the food storage tissue of a seed. The seed with endosperm are called endospermic or albuminous (e.g. cows nucifera, zea mays and other cereals while those without endosperm are called non endospermic or ex albuminous seeds.
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