Seed Germination

Most flowering plants start from s seed.

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The seed begins to germinate when there is adequate supply of water, air and favorable temperature.

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Seeds absorb water and starts to swell.

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The seed coat cracks even when it is not planted.

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Secondary root develops from the meristem of the embryo.

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In gymnosperm and in many dicotyledons, the primary root develops as a taproot.

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In monocotyledon and some dicotyledons, the primary root is commonly long lived.

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The cotyledons serve to store the food for the old plants.

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As the stored food is used up, the cotyledons shrink and later they drop off.

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Germination occurs when the seed starts to grow.

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