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III. Draw a kernel in the first stages of growth. 



IV. Draw a kernel in advanced stage of germination, showing tem- 

 porary roots, plumule, radicle, and root-hairs. 



V. From your readings in the text, prepare answers to the following 

 questions : 



1. What is the function of the endosperm, scutellum, plumule, radicle, 

 root-hairs ? 



2. Where do the temporary roots develop ? Where the permanent roots ? 



QUESTIONS 



1. Compare field corn and pop-corn culture. 



2. Describe the two principal types of pop-corn. 



3. Where is pop-corn grown extensively? 



4. Name the regi'ons where sweet corn is grown,, 



5. What is a fair yield of sweet corn ? 



