Question

Dicot seed consists of

• A. only radicle and plumule.
• B. radicle, plumule, cotyledons and sometimes endosperm.
• C. only radicle and cotyledons.
• D. only radicle, plumule and endosperm

Answer 1

The correct option is B radicle, plumule, cotyledons and sometimes endosperm.

A mature dicot seed consists of the following parts:
1. Embryonal axis with plumule and radicle.
2. Two cotyledons with stored food.
3. Endosperm may or may not be present.
4. Seed coat

Hence, dicot seed consists of radicle, plumule, cotyledons and sometimes endosperm.