Plant Kingdom Question 261

Question: Winged seeds are found in [BHU 1978, 81; CMC Vellore 1993; CPMT 1995]

Options:

A) Cycas

B) Pinus

C) Papaver species

D) None of the above

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

In Pinus, as the seed matures a thin layer of ovuliferous scale fuses with testa of the seed in the form of a wing, this help in the dispersal of seeds.