Question
Differentiate between perisperm and endosperm by giving one example of each.

Answer

S. No.
Perisperm
Endosperm
(i)
It is persistent nuclleus.
It is the nutritive tissue for embryo.
(ii)
It is diploid.
It is triploid.
(iii)
Example: Black pepper, Beet
Example: Maize, Rice, Wheat, Castor.

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