Germination

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What is germination?

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Germination is the process by which a seed develops into a new plant, involving the growth of the embryo and the emergence of the seedling.

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What are the main parts of a seed?

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The main parts of a seed include the seed coat, cotyledons, embryo, and endosperm.

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What is the function of the cotyledon in a seed?

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The cotyledon provides nutrients to the developing seedling and may also serve as the first leaves of the plant.

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What does the term 'embryo' refer to in the context of seeds?

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The embryo is the young plant that develops from the fertilized ovule and consists of the young root and shoot.

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What is a seedling?

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A seedling is a young plant that emerges from a seed after germination.

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What role does water play in the germination process?

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Water activates enzymes that begin the growth process, allowing the seed to swell and break through the seed coat.

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How does temperature affect seed germination?

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Temperature influences the metabolic processes in seeds; optimal temperatures promote germination, while extreme temperatures can inhibit it.

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What is the significance of light in seed germination?

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Some seeds require light to germinate, while others germinate better in darkness; light can trigger specific growth responses.

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What is the seed coat, and what is its function?

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The seed coat is the protective outer layer of a seed that safeguards the embryo and its food supply from damage and desiccation.

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What is endosperm, and what role does it play in seed development?

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Endosperm is a tissue that provides nourishment to the developing embryo within the seed.