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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