Plant Kingdom Question 307

Question: The wing in Pinus seed originates from [AIIMS 1987; MP PMT 1993]

Options:

A) Integument

B) Adaxial surface of ovuliferous scale

C) Bract scale

D) Cone axis

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

As the seed matures, a thin layer of ovuliferous scale is fused with testa of seed in the form of wings.