Seeds

Synonyms

Embryo, Plant

Embryos, Plant

Plant Embryo

Plant Embryos

Plant Zygote

Plant Zygotes

Seed

Zygote, Plant

Zygotes, Plant

The encapsulated embryos of flowering plants. They are used as is or for animal feed because of the high content of concentrated nutrients like starches, proteins, and fats. Rapeseed, cottonseed, and sunflower seed are also produced for the oils (fats) they yield.

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