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(B) In castor $(Ricinus 	ext{ } communis)$, the outer integumentary cells near the micropyle proliferate to form a fleshy, white, outgrowth known as

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Attracts ants and helps in myrmecophily

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(B) In castor $(Ricinus 	ext{ } communis)$, the outer integumentary cells near the micropyle proliferate to form a fleshy, white, outgrowth known as the caruncle.This structure is rich in lipids and proteins.Its primary function is to attract ants, which then carry the seeds to different locations, thereby facilitating seed dispersal.This specific type of seed dispersal mediated by ants is known as myrmecophily.

In castor, the proliferation of the outer integumentary cells at the micropylar region forms a structure known as the caruncle. What is the primary function of this structure?

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