In castor seed, the endosperm contains

starch

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oil

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protein

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all of the above

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The correct option is D all of the above
In castor seed, the endosperm is rich in oil and protein. Food is stored mainly in the form of oil. Starch is found only after germination and it is concentrated in the root and the tip portions of the endosperm.

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