Question

Activities happening during seed germination are listed below. Select the group having the correct order of activities-
(A). Initiation of embryo growth
(B). Resumption of metabolic activity in the rehydrated seed
(C). Rupture of seed coat and the emergence of seedling
(D). Absorption of water by the dry seed
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (B), (D), (A), (C).
• B. (D), (B), (C), (A).
• C. (D), (B), (A), (C).
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A).

Hint:

Remember the three phases of germination water uptake:
Phase I: Imbibition (D - water absorption).
Phase II: Lag phase (B - metabolic activation).
Phase III: Radicle growth and emergence (A and C - visible growth and rupture).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C