Question
Differentiate between perisperm and endosperm by giving one example of each.
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Answer
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S. No.
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Perisperm
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Endosperm
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(i)
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It is persistent nuclleus.
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It is the nutritive tissue for embryo.
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(ii)
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It is diploid.
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It is triploid.
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(iii)
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Example: Black pepper, Beet
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Example: Maize, Rice, Wheat, Castor.
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