Long filamentous threads protruding at the end of a young cob of maize are-

Anthers

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Styles

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Ovaries

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Hairs

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Solution

The correct option is B Styles
In a cob of maize, each ovary has a long silky (hairy) style, called as corn silk. Collectively these styles protrude at the end of a young cob. The grains are formed on the cob which remains covered by the leafy bracts.

So, the correct answer is 'Styles'.

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