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In albuminous seeds, food is stored in ……… and in exalbuminous seeds, food is stored in ……….

  • A) Endosperm, cotyledons
  • B) Cotyledons, cotyledons
  • C) Cotyledons, endosperm
  • D) Endosperm, endosperm

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In the context of seed structure, albuminous seeds store food primarily in the endosperm, while exalbuminous seeds store their food in the cotyledons.

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The correct choice is:

  • A) Endosperm, cotyledons

Explanation

Albuminous seeds, such as those of wheat, have a significant amount of endosperm, which provides nourishment during germination. In contrast, exalbuminous seeds, like peas, rely on their cotyledons to supply the necessary nutrients for the developing plant.