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Which part of a seed prevents it from being eaten by animals when it is still immature?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 5 · EVS · Seeds and Seeds
  1. Embryo
  2. Cotyledon
  3. Seed coat
  4. Endosperm
Answer
Seed coat

The correct answer is Seed coat — Step 3: Choose 'Seed coat' as the correct option.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Step 1: Identify the protective layer of a seed. It is the seed coat.
  2. Step 2: Recognize that the seed coat protects the seed from predators.
  3. Step 3: Choose 'Seed coat' as the correct option.
Common mistake: Confusing seed coat with embryo or cotyledon

Concept tested: Seed protection by seed coat

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