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Structure of a Dicot Seed

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The portion of embryo axis above cotyledons is

A

Epicotyl

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Hypocotyl

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C

Radicle

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D

Coleoptile

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Solution

The correct option is A Epicotyl
Plumule- Shoot tip.
Radicle - Embryonic root.
A. Epicotyl- The portion of axis between the plumule and the cotyledonary node.
B. Hypocotyl- The portion of axis between the radicle and the cotyledonary node.
D. Coleoptile- Protective sheath of plumule.
So, the correct answer is 'Epicotyl'

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