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Caruncle of albuminous dicot seed is derived from

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Cotyledon
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Embryo
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Integument
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Both A and C
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Solution

The correct option is B Embryo
The caruncle is the white spongy outgrowth of the micropyle seen in some species and derived from embryo. It absorbs water readily so that it may be of some use in germination.
So the correct answer is 'Embryo'.

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