In a seed of maize, scutellum is considered as cotyledon because it ________________.

Protects the embryo

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Contains food for the embryo

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Absorbs food materials and supplies them to the embryo

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Converts itself into a monocot leaf

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Solution

The correct option is C Absorbs food materials and supplies them to the embryo
The scutellum can also be considered in equivalence to thin cotyledon in monocots. It is very thin with a high surface area. It serves to absorb nutrients from the endosperm during germination. But it is not meant for protection of the embryo. Also, scutellum is not able to convert itself into a monocot leaf.

The option C is correct.

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