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In botany, the seed coat refers to the hard or semi-hard covering that sheathes a seed, protecting it from various types of insects and diseases. Seed coats additionally prevent premature germination by obstructing any excess water from penetrating the seed.
Harder shells also protect the seed from fluctuations in humidity as well as mechanical stress. The function of the seed coat is also to create a barrier between environmental factors and the budding seed.
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Answer: Seed coats are one of three parts of a plant seed, in addition to the endosperm and the embryo. The endosperm is the food storage area of the seed. The purpose of the seed coat is to protect the seed from physical, temperature-related, or water damage.Jan 21, 2016
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