Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants

Question:

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow :-
Seed is often described as a fertilized ovule. Seeds are formed inside fruits. A seed typically consists of seed coat(s), cotyledon(s) and an embryonal axis. Mature seeds may be albuminous or non-albuminous

The seed of which plant germinated after an estimated record of 10,000 years of dormancy?

Options:

Lupinus arcticus

Phoenix dactylifera

Orbanche

Striga

Correct Answer:

Lupinus arcticus

Explanation:

The seed of Lupinus arcticus germinated after an estimated record of 10,000 years of dormancy.