The part of the seed that emerges first during germination and develops into the root is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The part of the seed that emerges first during germination and develops into the root is the:
A. Plumule
B. Cotyledon
C. Hypocotyl
D. Radicle
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The radicle is the embryonic root, and it is the first structure to emerge from the seed coat during germination, growing downward to anchor the plant and absorb water. The plumule becomes the shoot, hypocotyl connects radicle to cotyledons, cotyledons are seed leaves.

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