GERMINATION Flashcards
1
Q
It is the beginning of the growth of the seed spore bud or other structures
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Germination
2
Q
Steps in germination
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- Seeds takes up water and swells
- Food is digested
- Respiration increases
- Cell division occurs
- Embryo grows
- Seed coat raptures
3
Q
It is usually the first part of the embryo to emerge from the seed coat followed by the epicotyl.
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Hypocotyl
4
Q
A sprouted embryo is called
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Seedling
5
Q
Conditions affecting germination:
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External conditions
Internal conditions
6
Q
Enumerate the external conditions affecting germination
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Moisture
Oxygen
Temperature optimal is bet. 25° C to 30° C
Food supply
Others such as light, soil, acidity, carbon dioxide and etc
7
Q
Enumerate the internal conditions affecting germination
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Auxins or growth regulators
Stored foods in the seeds
