Germination Quiz

What is germination?

• The process of a flower blooming

• The process of a tree losing its leaves

• The process of a plant dying

• The process of a seed developing into a plant

Which of the following is essential for germination?

• Sunlight

• Water

• Fertilizer

• Pesticides

What do seeds need to start germinating?

• Moisture

• Darkness

• Cold temperatures

• High altitude

Which part of the seed absorbs water during germination?

• Cotyledon

• Endosperm

• Seed coat

• Embryo

What is the first part of the plant to emerge during germination?

• Stem

• Leaves

• Roots

• Flowers

Which environmental factor can affect germination?

• Size of the seed

• Shape of the seed

• Color of the seed

• Temperature

What happens to the seed coat during germination?

• It disappears completely

• It changes color

• It splits open

• It hardens

Which type of seed typically germinates faster?

• Large seeds

• Small seeds

• Old seeds

• Dried seeds

What is the role of sunlight in the germination process?

• It cools the seed down

• It protects the seed from pests

• It provides energy for growth after germination

• It helps the seed to absorb water

What is the term for the baby plant that develops from a germinating seed?

• Sprout

• Seedling

• Root

• Sapling