DENDROLOGY

TREE PROPAGATION AND PLANTING

SEED PROPAGATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the name of the protective outer covering of the seed?
A
seed coat
B
embryo
C
cotyledon
D
seed jacket
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The outer covering of the seed is known as the seed coat . It develops from the integument of the ovule. The outer layer is called testa and the inner layer is called tegmen. The seed coat protects the seed and its other parts.

Detailed explanation-2: -The seed coat has two layers, the outer testa and the inner tegmen.

Detailed explanation-3: -The seed coat is the outermost layer that covers a seed.

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