Question

Consider the following statements:
Assertion (A): Hilum is a scar on the seed coat
Reason (R): Through hilum the developing seeds were attached to the fruit

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true, (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true, (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is true, but (R) is false
• D. (A) is false, but (R) is true

Hint:

Hilum is always present on the seed coat and can help in identifying seeds.
It indicates the point of attachment to the fruit via funiculus.
Remember: "Hilum = hole mark" where seed was connected.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The hilum is a small mark or scar on the seed coat that represents the point of attachment of the seed to the ovary or funiculus during development. The assertion (A) is true. The reason (R) correctly explains the formation of the hilum, because the seed receives nutrients through the funiculus during development, and after detachment, the scar remains. Hence, both statements are true and (R) is the correct explanation.