In an exalbuminous seed

the endosperm is formed prior to fertilization

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the endosperm is formed after fertilization and the mature seed lacks endosperm

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the mature seed contains endosperm

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endosperm formation itself is absent

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The correct option is B
the endosperm is formed after fertilization and the mature seed lacks endosperm

In an exalbuminous seed the endosperm is formed after fertilization and the mature seed lacks endosperm.

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