Question

Justify the statement that the maize grain is a 'one seeded fruit'.

Answer 1

An enlarged ripened ovary is referred to as a fruit wherein the ovarian wall goes on to form the fruit wall which envelops the seed.
Functions of the fruit -
$\ast$ Renders protection to the seed
$\ast$ Assists in seed dispersal
The maize grain is referred to as a one-seeded fruit as the seed coat and the fruit wall are united for the formation of a protective layer. This kind of a fruit is referred to as a grain.