A) Imbibition capacity of proteins is more than that of starch
B) Presence of less hydrophilic colloids in the wheat grains
C) Cell membrane of pea seeds is less permeable and cell wall of wheat grains are more permeable
D) Cell membrane of pea seeds is more permeable and cell wall of wheat grains are less permeable
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
Pea seeds contain protein, while wheat contains starch, the imbibition capacity of proteins is more than that of starch. That is why, pea seeds imbibe more water and show more swelling than those of wheat grains.
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