Reproduction in OrganismHard
Question
Endosperm is consumed by developing embryo in the seed of
Options
A.coconut
B.castor
C.pea
D.maize
Solution
Endosperm, if present acts as the food storage tissue of a seed. The seeds with endosperm are called endospermic or albuminous (eg, Cocos nucifera, Ricinus communis, Zea mays and other cereals) while those without endosperm are called non-endospermic or ex-albuminous seeds (eg, Brassica campestris, Arachis hypogea, Pisum sativum). Here, the endosperm is consumed by developing embryo
The endosperm in naize is yellowish in colour the outermost layer of endosperm is called aleurone layer, which is rich in protein.
The endosperm in naize is yellowish in colour the outermost layer of endosperm is called aleurone layer, which is rich in protein.
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