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A seed may be dormant due to several factors including physiological parameters. One of the reasons for the physiological dormancy of seed is-

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Remember the classic "ABA vs. GA" balance:
Abscisic Acid (ABA) induces and maintains dormancy.
Gibberellic Acid (GA) breaks dormancy and promotes germination.
Absence of promoting PGRs like GA keeps the seed dormant.
Updated On: Aug 3, 2026
  • Presence of anti-nutritional factors
  • Absence of light
  • Presence of excess stored food
  • Absence of plant growth regulators (PGRs), hormones, etc.
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The Correct Option is D

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