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The aleurone layer in maize grain is specially rich in

a)

Lipids

b)

Auxins

c)

Proteins

d)

Starch



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The aleurone layer in maize grain is specially rich in

a)

Lipids

b)

Auxins

c)

Proteins

d)

Starch

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Answer Key / Explanation : (c) -

(c)

Outermost layer of endosperm in cereals such as maize is known as aleurone layer. This layer is consisted of aleurone grains. Each grain is surrounded by a single unit membrane layer. Aleurone grains contain protein, phytin, phospholipids and carbohydrate.

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