DENDROLOGY

TREE PROPAGATION AND PLANTING

SEED PROPAGATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one is not part of a seed?
A
radicle
B
embryo
C
seed coat
D
food supply
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The radicle (primary embryonic root) emerges from the seed first to enhance water uptake; it is protected by a root cap produced by the root apical meristem. Water is essential for metabolic activity, but so is oxygen.

Detailed explanation-2: -Radicle is the parts of the plant embryo, which is found inside the seed. During the germination of the seed, the radicle is developed first through the micropyle of the seed.

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