Resumption of normal growth by a dormant embryo is called?

Correct answer: C. Germination

  • A. Seed dormancy
  • B. Fruit ripening
  • C. Germination
  • D. All of these

Explanation

. Option C is correct since germination is defined as the sprouting of a seed, spore, or other reproductive body, usually after a period of dormancy. Option A is incorrect since seed dormancy refers to the fact that when a mature and viable seed under a favorable condition fails to germinate, it is said to be dormant. Seed dormancy is referred to as embryo dormancy or internal dormancy and is caused by endogenous characteristics of the embryo that prevent germination. This means that a dormant seed in unfavorable circumstances is not growing. Option B is incorrect since the seed remains dormant during fruit ripening and does not grow until favorable conditions return. The seed resides inside the fruit. Option D is incorrect since it states " all of these'' which is not the case over here.

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