Question

Which among the following is incorrect about structure of the seed?

• A. Testa and tegmen are the two layers of a seed coat
• B. Testa and tegmen are closely attached that they can’t be separated unless soaked in water
• C. Seed coat provides protection to the embryo
• D. Testa is the thin inner layer and tegmen is the thick outer layer of a seed coat

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Testa is the thin inner layer and tegmen is the thick outer layer of a seed coat

Testa and tegmen are the two layers of a seed coat. These are so closely attached that they can’t be separated unless soaked in water. Testa is the thick outer layer and tegmen is the thin inner layer of a seed coat .Seed coat provides protection to the embryo.