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The exine of pollen grain is hard and resistant to enzyme action. Give reasons.

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Exine has outer layer that is made up of sporopollenin. It is the most resistant organic compound and tolerate high temprature, strong acid and alkalis. It cannot be degraded with the help of any enzyme. Therfore, it protects the pollegrain from degradation.

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