Preserving Plant Diversity with Seed Banks

The video discusses the role of seed banks in preserving genetic diversity in plant species. It highlights the Millennium Seed Bank at Kew Gardens, which collects seeds from the British Isles and dry lands globally. The video explains seed preservation techniques, including storage at low temperatures to extend seed viability. It also covers the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, a doomsday seed bank located near the North Pole, which stores duplicate seed samples from around the world. The importance of seed banks in safeguarding plant diversity against accidental loss is emphasized.

What is the primary purpose of seed banks as discussed in the first section?

• To provide seeds for botanical gardens

• To sell seeds to farmers

• To preserve genetic diversity in plant species

• To create new plant species

Which seed bank aims to collect seeds from the British Isles and dry lands worldwide?

• Norwegian Seed Bank

• Global Plant Preservation Bank

• Britain's Millennium Seed Bank

• Svalbard Global Seed Bank

What is a key factor in ensuring the longevity of seeds in storage?

• Keeping seeds in sunlight

• Storing seeds in warm rooms

• Storing seeds in cool rooms

• Using chemical preservatives

What is the main reason for periodically germinating stored seeds?

• To increase their size

• To ensure they remain viable

• To change their color

• To sell them in the market

Where is the Svalbard Global Seed Bank located?

• Near the South Pole

• In the Sahara Desert

• In the Norwegian Archipelago

• On the Amazon River