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Aleurone layer takes part in

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Protein of delicate embryo
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Enzyme synthesis
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Transfer of food to cotyledons
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Transfer of food from cotyledons to embryo tips
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Solution

The correct option is D Enzyme synthesis

In monocotyledonous endospermic seed, endosperm is surrounded by a special one- cell thick layer, called aleurone layer. Its main function is to nourish the embryo enclosed in the seed.It is protein rich coat formed by the outermost layer of endospermic cells. It actively secretes few enzymes which help in the process of seed germination.
So, the correct answer is 'Enzyme Synthesis'.


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