Question

    An albuminous seed showing hypogeal germination is

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    A Castor Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Bean Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Gram Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Maize Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Maize is an albuminous seed (contains endosperm) that exhibits hypogeal germination , where the cotyledons remain underground as the seedling emerges. This type of germination is common in monocots like maize, where the endosperm provides nourishment to the developing seedling.

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