Which part of the embryo develops into a root?

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Embryo:
The embryo is produced by the fusion of male gamete and egg in the plants. It is present inside the seed.
The part of the embryo that develops into a root is called the radicle.
The part of the embryo that develops into a shoot is called the plumule.

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