Question

Some seeds retain a part of endosperm as it is not completely used up during embryo development, while in some seeds, remnants of the nucellus are also persistent. Choose the option with example of the respective types of seeds.

Answer 1

Answer:

The albuminous seeds retain a part of endosperm as it is not completely used up during embryo development, e. g., wheat, maize barley, etc., However, in some seeds such as black pepper and beet, remnants of nucellus are also persistent. This residual persistent nucellus is called perisperm.