Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Maturation Phase of Seed

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning the maturation phase of seed development is FALSE?

• A)The seed undergoes desiccation.
• B)Food reserves accumulate in the endosperm and/or cotyledons.
• C)The seed coat hardens.
• D)Starch, proteins, and oils accumulate.
• E)Cell division in the embryo accelerates.

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