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Which type of seed has a persistent endosperm?

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Non-endospermic seed Endospermic seed Correct Monocotyledonous seed Dicotyledonous seed

Endospermic seeds, such as castor and maize, retain their endosperm, which provides nutrients to the developing embryo.

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