What factors influence the germination of a seed?

Biology (MindTap Course List)
11th Edition
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Chapter37: Reproduction In Flowering Plants
Section37.4: Germination And Early Growth
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What factors influence the germination of a seed?

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The process by which a seed grows into a plant is called germination. It begins with the hydration of the seeds and ends with the emergence of the radicle from the seed coat. It is the resumption of growth after dormancy. The five steps of seed germination are : imbibition, respiration, effect of light, mobilization of reserves and growth regulators, development of radicle into seedling.

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