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Introduction: A seed is an embryonic structure which is enclosed within protective covering. They have capability to develop into a new plant and also known as reproductive unit of a flowering plant.
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The integuments of an ovule will develop into the
a. embryo.
b. endosperm.
c. fruit.
d. seed coat.
In a flower after fertilization, the following tissues are diploid:
a. carpel, integuments, and megaspore mother cell.
b. carpel, integuments, and megaspore.
c. carpel, megaspore, and zygote.
d. carpel, megaspore mother cell, and endosperm.
A seed containsa. a seed coat. b. cotyledon(s).c. an embryo. d. stored food.e. All of these are correct.
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