Question

multiple choice question
what provides nourishment to the developing seedling after the nutrient reserves stored inside the seed are depleted?
endosperm
seed coat
flowers
new leaves

Explanation:

• The endosperm is the nutrient - rich tissue inside the seed. Once it is depleted, it is no longer a source of nourishment.
• The seed coat is a protective layer around the seed and does not provide nourishment.
• Flowers are reproductive structures and not involved in nourishing the seedling at this stage.
• New leaves, through photosynthesis, produce food (in the form of glucose) which provides nourishment to the developing seedling after the seed's nutrient reserves are used up.

Answer:

new leaves