In a cereal grain the single cotyledon of embryo is represented by

(a) scutellum

(b) prophyll

(c) coleoptile

(d) coleorhiza

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Correct option  (a) scutellum

Explanation:

In a cereal grain (e.g. wheat), the single cotyledon of embryo is represented by the scutellum, Scutellum is speciallsed for nutrient absorytion from the endosperm. 

Coleoptile is a modified ensheathing leaf that covers and protects the young primary leaves of a grass seedling. 

Coleorhiza is a sheath like structure found on the radicle which covers and protects it during the growth lnto the soil.

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