Q. The scutellum observed in a grain of wheat or maize is comparable to which part of the seed in other monocotyledons?
A) Cotyledon
B) Endosperm
C) Aleurone layer
D) Plumule
Explanation
In wheat or maize (family-Poaceae), the Scutellum is through to be a modified cotyledon or seed leaf.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.