Question

Mention the functions of each of the following:
(i) Tassels of Corn Cob:
(ii) Scutellum:

Hint:

Remember: The tassels are responsible for pollen production, while the scutellum plays a key role in nutrient absorption during seed germination.

Answer 1

(i) Tassels of Corn Cob:
The tassels of the corn cob are the male reproductive structures of the plant. They produce pollen, which is carried by the wind to fertilize the female flowers (ears) of the corn plant.
(ii) Scutellum:
The scutellum is a single, large cotyledon present in the seeds of monocots (like corn). It plays an important role in the process of seed germination by absorbing nutrients from the endosperm and transferring them to the growing embryo.