Question

Distinguish between: 1. Coleorhiza/coleoptile 2. Albuminous/non-albuminous seeds.

Answer 1

Coleorhiza:1)covering of radicle root cap in monocot embryo .2)remains inside the soil Coleoptile :1)covering of plumule in monocot embryo. 2)comes out of soil Albuminous :1)endosperm is present 2)cotyledon is thin Non Albuminous :1)endosperm is absent 2)cotyledon is thick