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Figure 32.20 What is the function of the cotyledon?a. It develops into the root.b. It provides nutrition for the embryo.c. It forms the embryo.d. It protects the embryo.
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A seed consists of an embryo, which includes the radicle, hypocotyl, cotyledon, and epicotyl. The radicle and hypocotyl form the stem and root embryos, while the epicotyl forms the baby leaves. Show more…
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