Differentiate between an embryo and a seed

Differentiate between Bean seed and Maize grain

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Here are some of the differences between an embryo and a seed.
1. Embryo is a specific part of seed. On the other hand, seed contains the embryo and the endosperm.
2. See is an embryonic plant and stores food. And then after some time they turns into a new plant. However, Embryo is a multi-cellular diploid Eukaryote. In humans, it is called embryo until eight weeks of fertilization and then it is called a fetus.
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Differentiate between Bean seed and Maize grain

Q. State True or False for the statements, regarding the difference between a bean seed and a maize grain.
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Endosperm is present in maize grain
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Seed coat and fruit wall are fused to form a maize grain

Which one of the following plant parts are correctly matched with one of its stated characteristics?
(a) Mango seed ___ aleurone layer
(b) Bean seed ___ endosperm
(c) Maize grain ___ coleoptile
(d) Wheat grain ___ exalbuminous

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(a) Epigeal germination and hypogeal germination
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(c) Bean seed and maize grain.

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Differentiate between an embryo and a seed Differentiate between Bean seed and Maize grain

Differentiate between an embryo and a seed

Differentiate between Bean seed and Maize grain