Seeds:structure and Germination

Question 1

What does the embryo consist of?

Answer 1

The embryo consists of
Radical
Plumule
Cotyledons

Question 2

On the basis of endosperm, seeds are classified into

Answer 2

Albuminous-caught in the dance at thin and membranous. Endosperm persists.

2. E X albuminous.-cordon stores food, and become thick.

Question 3

Give examples of monocot aluminous seeds, and dicot aluminous seeds

Answer 3

1. Monocot albuminous seeds.-cereals, millets palm
2. Dicot albuminous seeds
   -Poppy, and custard, apple

Question 4

Give examples of monocot exalbuminous seeds and dicot exalbuminous seeds

Answer 4

1. Monocot exalbuminous-
   Vallisneria, orchids
2. Dicot exalbuminous seeds-
   Gram pea, mango ,mustard

Question 5

What is an endosperm?

Answer 5

the part of a seed which acts as a food store for the developing plant embryo, usually containing starch with protein and other nutrients

Question 6

Seeds are divided into two types, give examples

Answer 6

1. Monocotyledon -maize grasses.
2. Dicot.- Pea,gram bean.

Question 7

What is an Hilum

Answer 7

Distinct white oval scar on the concave side of the seed. It represents the spot where the oval was attached to the ovary wall through placenta.