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Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants

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An embryo of a seed consists of radicle, plumule and cotyledons.

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Solution

The correct option is A True
Radicle and plumule emerge from a sprouting seed. Root develops from the radicle and shoot develops from the plumule. They also contain cotyledons which acts as food reserve for germinating seeds.

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