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The plumule and radicle are enclosed in sheath which are called

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aleurone layer, scutellum

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aleurone layer, coleorhiza

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coleoptile, coleorhiza

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aleurone layer, coleoptile

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Solution

The correct option is C coleoptile, coleorhiza

Coleoptile is the protective sheath of plumule.

Coleorhiza is the protective sheath of radicle.

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