Name the parts of a dicot seed based on the given clues:

i) Rudimentary root________.

ii) Rudimentary shoot________.

iii) Fleshy structure storing food for the embryo_______.

iv) The outer protective layer of a seed is __________.

v) The minute opening seen in the seed coat is __________.

Given below is a list of dry fruits. Assign the fruits to their relevant types.

(Cotton, Tridax, Paddy, Castor, Coriander, Beans, Peas, Calotropis, Mirabilis, Cashew, Acacia, Lady’s finger)

i) Achene ii) Caryopsis iii) Cypsela iv) Nut

v) Cremocarp vi) Lomentum vii) Regma

viii) Loculicidal capsule ix) Septicidal capsule x) Follicle xi) Legume

Monish enters the kitchen and happens to see his mother getting the ingredients ready to prepare kadamba sambar. He sees the ingredients laid out in the kitchen. Help him sort out the ingredients into the fruit types you have studied.

(dhal, tamarind, brinjal, tomato, drumstick, coriander, mustard, lady’s finger, mango)

What are the types of pollination? Which among them is more advantageous? Why?

What is self-pollination? Mention its merits and demerits.