1. prevents the embryo from dehydration 2. protects the embryo from physical/ mechanical damage3. protects the embryo from insects as well as bacteria and fungal infections 4. protects the embryo...
The seed coat offers protection and water conservation.
Lentils, legumes (soybeans, peas, beans, alfalfa, clover, laspedenza, sanfoin, etc.)
No not all
well i think they are the same so i hope it helps