Question

Testa and tegmen of the seed coat represent

Answer 1

dried integuments or integuments

Answer 2

It is the seed coat or the outermost covering of a seed. It contains two layers testa  and tegmen.

EXPLANATION:

TESTA:

• It is the outermost layer of the seed. It is thick and smooth in nature. It may be of different colours according to the fruit.

TEGMEN:

• It is located after the testa. It is thin and hyaline in nature.  

• They both protect the embryo from the outer atmosphere. A narrow elongated scar is the attachment point of seed.