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The outer covering of a seed is called the seed coat or testa. This protective layer helps to shield the embryo inside from damage and dehydration.

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Another name for seed shell?

The shell covering a seed is sometimes called a hull.


What is the outer covering of a seed called?

The outer covering of a seed is called the seed coat. It protects the embryo inside and helps regulate the exchange of gases and water during germination.


How does a nut protect a seed?

It protects it's seed with the outer shell covering.


What is the inside of a nut called?

The inside of the nut is called the kernel


How does a seed survive before being planted?

A seed is inside a hard shell. So Until It is planted it is stored in that. Once planted and roots start to grow the seed starts to break out of the shell!


What is the coat of an acorn called?

The coat of an acorn is called the husk or shell. It protects the seed inside and helps it to germinate and grow into a new oak tree.


What is the definition of seed coat?

A hard shell around a seed, properly known as 'aril'


How long does it take an in shell roasted and salted sunflower seed to sprout?

It won't because the seed will be dead


What are the advantages of seed propagation?

Seed-producing plants have a hard, protective shell that safeguards them from getting damaged.


What part of the coconut is the seed?

The seed of the coconut is the inner kernel or flesh found inside the hard shell.


You suck me you get a nut and you spit me out what am i?

peanut shell??? Sunflower seed


What is the skin of nutmeg called?

Mace is the dry covering of nutmeg. Aril (or arrilus) is the word used for the outer covering (shell/hull) of (any) seed.