Definitions
- Referring to the tissue within a seed that provides nutrients to the developing embryo. - Talking about the part of the seed that is responsible for nourishing the plant embryo. - Describing the innermost layer of the seed that surrounds the embryo and provides it with nutrients.
- Referring to the nutritive tissue surrounding the embryo in some seeds. - Talking about the part of the seed that is responsible for providing nutrients to the developing embryo. - Describing the outer layer of the seed that surrounds the embryo and provides it with nutrients.
List of Similarities
- 1Both endosperm and perisperm are parts of a seed that provide nutrients to the developing embryo.
- 2Both are involved in the early stages of plant growth and development.
- 3Both are essential for the successful germination of the seed.
- 4Both are located near the embryo of the seed.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Endosperm is located inside the seed coat, while perisperm is located outside the embryo.
- 2Composition: Endosperm is made up of triploid cells, while perisperm is made up of diploid cells.
- 3Function: Endosperm provides nutrients to the developing embryo, while perisperm provides nutrients to both the embryo and the endosperm.
- 4Occurrence: Endosperm is present in most angiosperms, while perisperm is only present in certain types of seeds.
- 5Size: Endosperm is typically larger than perisperm.
Remember this!
Endosperm and perisperm are both parts of a seed that provide nutrients to the developing embryo. However, they differ in their location, composition, function, occurrence, and size. Endosperm is located inside the seed coat and is made up of triploid cells. It provides nutrients to the developing embryo and is present in most angiosperms. On the other hand, perisperm is located outside the embryo and is made up of diploid cells. It provides nutrients to both the embryo and the endosperm and is only present in certain types of seeds. Additionally, endosperm is typically larger than perisperm.
