In a cereal grain the single cotyledon of embryo is represented by

Options

A. sctellum
B. prophyll
C. coleoptie
D. coleorihza

Answer

A

Explanation

In a cereal grain (e.g. wheat), the single cotyledon of embryo is represented by the scutellum. Scutellum is specialised for nutrient absorption from the endosperm.
Coleoptile is a modified ensheathing leaf that covers and protects the young primary leaves of a grass seedling.
Coleorhiza is a sheath like structure found on the radicle which covers and protects it during the growth mto the soil.