Question

The hilum is a scar on the?

• A. Seed, where micropyle was present.
• B. Fruit, where style was present.
• C. Fruit, where it was attached to the pedicel.
• D. Seed, where funicle was attached.

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Seed, where funicle was attached.

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The hilum is the scar that is present on the seed.
2. This is the point of attachment of the stalk of the ovule.
3. The stalk is known as a funicle and functions to connect the ovule to the placenta.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. The micropyle is the opening that is present on the seed.
2. It is the end from where the male gametes enter the ovule.
3. And this allows absorption of water.

Option B:

The hilum is the scar that is present on the seed and not the fruit.

Option C:

1. The hilum is present on the seed and not on the fruit.
2. Pedicel attaches the fruit to the plant body.

Final answer:

The hilum is a scar on the seed where the funicle was attached.