Definitions
- Referring to the reproductive part of a plant that can grow into a new plant. - Talking about a small, hard object that is used for planting or eating. - Describing the beginning or origin of something.
- Referring to the innermost part of a nut, fruit, or grain that is usually edible. - Talking about the central or essential part of something. - Describing the core or essence of an idea or concept.
List of Similarities
- 1Both seed and kernel refer to the innermost part of something.
- 2Both can be edible.
- 3Both can be used metaphorically or figuratively.
- 4Both are essential parts of their respective objects.
- 5Both can be used to describe the beginning or origin of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Edibility: Seed can be edible, but it is not always the case, while kernel is almost always edible.
- 2Size: Seed is typically smaller than kernel.
- 3Function: Seed is primarily used for planting or reproduction, while kernel is often used for consumption or as a metaphorical or figurative term.
- 4Variety: Seed can refer to a wide range of plant reproductive parts, while kernel is more limited in its scope to nuts, fruits, and grains.
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Remember this!
Seed and kernel are both terms that refer to the innermost part of something. However, seed is more specific to the reproductive part of a plant, while kernel can refer to the innermost part of various objects. Additionally, kernel is almost always edible, while seed may or may not be edible.
