Question

Which of the following adaptations of seeds is not advantageous to angiosperms?

• A. Presence of hairs and wings useful for dispersal
• B. Formation of seeds with abortive embryos
• C. Presence of thick protective seed coat
• D. Presence of endosperm as food reserve

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Formation of seeds with abortive embryos

Sometimes the embryo present in the seed may not reach maturity and can slowly start degenerating. Such seeds with abortive embryo can not germinate and produce new plants. If seeds cannot germinate, their purpose of plant propagation is not fulfilled. All the other adaptations mentioned favours plant propagation and sustenance