Which seeds retain part of the endosperm and are called albuminous?
APea and groundnut
BWheat and maize
CBean and gram
DMustard and lentil
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Wheat and maize
Wheat, maize, barley and castor retain endosperm because the embryo does not consume it fully.
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