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What is the function of the seed coat?

Option: 1

Protection of the embryo and provision of nutrients

 


Option: 2

Absorption of water and nutrients
 


Option: 3

Production of hormones

 


Option: 4

Production of gametes


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The seed coat is the outer covering of the seed with testa and tegmen.Seed coat is important for the protection of the embryo and the provision of nutrients. Hence option A is the correct answer.

Option(B) Absorption of water and nutrients is not the function of seed coat. Hence option B is incorrect.

Option(C)  Production of hormones is not the function of seed coat. Hence option C is incorrect.

Option(D)  Production of gametes  is not the function of seed cot. Hence option D is incorrect.

 

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