Question

Which of the following is true for essentiality of germination? (A) Viability of seed
(B) Proper environment
(C) Seed free from dormancy
(D) Thin seed coat

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

Hint:

For a seed to germinate, it must be:
Viable (alive): The embryo must be capable of growth.
In a Proper Environment: Needs suitable water, temperature, oxygen (and sometimes light).
Free from Dormancy: Any internal blocks to germination must be overcome. A thin seed coat is not a universal requirement; many seeds with substantial seed coats germinate fine once other conditions are met.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: A seed must be alive (viable) to germinate at all, so (A) is essential.
Step 2: Germination needs moisture, oxygen and suitable temperature, so (B) is essential.
Step 3: A dormant seed will not sprout even in good conditions, so (C) is essential.
Step 4: Seed coat thickness varies widely between species and is not a universal requirement, so (D) is excluded. The correct answer is (A), (B) and (C) only.