Which of the following statements applies to the endosperm in angiosperms?
A) Its nutrients may be absorbed by the cotyledons in the seeds of eudicots.
B) It develops from a haploid cell.
C) Its nutrients are digested before embryo development.
D) It develops from the fertilized egg.
E) It is only fully developed in monocot seeds.

Question

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In eudicots, the endosperm is often absorbed by the cotyledons, which become the main source of nutrients for the developing embryo.

Answer: E
 Monocot seeds typically have a larger and more persistent endosperm compared to eudicots, which often rely on the cotyledons for nutrients.

Which of the Following Statements Applies to the Endosperm in Angiosperms