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290%8 Protective outer layer of a seed

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We think the answer is "TESTA" which means:

    noun
  • • Protective outer layer of seeds of flowering plants

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The scientist studied the testa of the seed to determine its maturity."
  • • "The testa of the hazelnut is thick and tough."

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New York Times06 Feb 1987 Down 22
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