Asked by Dominique Jordan on Jun 02, 2024
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The absorption of water by a dry seed is known as
A) apical dominance.
B) determinate growth.
C) imbibition.
D) senescence.
E) bolting.
Imbibition
The absorption of water by a seed prior to germination.
Apical Dominance
The inhibition of axillary (lateral) buds by a shoot tip.
Determinate Growth
A growth pattern in plants and some animals in which growth stops after reaching a certain size or age.
- Gain insight into the procedure of seed germination and the determinants that modify its outcome.
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Mauricio LinaresJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Imbibition is the process by which water is absorbed by solids-colloids causing an increase in volume, which is a critical step in seed germination.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the procedure of seed germination and the determinants that modify its outcome.