13.Which of the following is considered as Synonym of Cotyledon- A. Embryosac B. Synergids C. Scutellum D. None of the above
Option C The cotyledons are referred to as seed leaves. It is because they act as the leaves of the seed during the process of germination. As the leaves of plants provide food for the plants, so does the cotyledons provide food for the germinating plant. This is possible because the cotyledons store the necessary food used during this process. So, the correct option is 'Seed leaves'.