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The scutellum observed in a grain of wheat or maize is comparable to which part of the seed in other monocotyledons?

  1. A
    Plumule
  2. B
    Cotyledon
  3. C
    Endosperm
  4. D
    Aleurone layer

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In monocot seeds like maize and wheat, the single large shield-shaped cotyledon is specifically referred to as the scutellum. Its primary function is to absorb nutrients from the endosperm and provide them to the developing embryo.

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The scutellum observed in a grain of wheat or maize is comparable to which part of the seed in other monocotyledons?
A
Plumule
B
Cotyledon
C
Endosperm
D
Aleurone layer

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