In a seed of maize, scutellum is considered as cotyledon because it

Options

A. Protects the embryo
B. Contains food for the embryo
C. Absorbs food materials and supplies them to the embryo
D. Converts itself into a monocot leaf

Answer

C

Explanation

In maize the embryo consist of an upper shield shaped scutellum which is a reduced cotyledon. It is closely pressed against the endosperm and helps in the translocation of nutrients.