Question

Germination energy is defined by one of the following statements. Choose the correct statement from the following.

• A. Germination energy is the number of seeds that have germinated out of 100 seeds.
• B. Germination energy is the sum of the germinated seeds and remaining sound un germinated seeds.
• C. Germination energy is the number of seeds in percentage that have germinated up to the time when the rate of germination reaches its peak
• D. Germination energy is the seeds sample actually germinated irrespective of time

Hint:

Remember: "Energy" in seed science refers to speed and vigor. Therefore, the definition must include a time element or refer to the "peak rate" of germination.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C