Question

Choose the correct option based on the following statements.
Statement 1: In floating test, the healthy seeds float on the water surface.
Statement 2: Good quality seeds ensure high yield.

• A. Statement 1: True; Statement 2: False
• B. Statement 1: False; Statement 2: True
• C. Statement 1: True; Statement 2: True
• D. Statement 1: False; Statement 2: False

Answer 1

The correct option is B Statement 1: False; Statement 2: True

• The floating test is performed to seperate the healthy seeds from the damaged seeds.
• When these seeds are put in water, the damaged seeds float as they are light and hollow from inside whereas, healthy seeds being heavier sink in the bottom.
• Good quality seeds ensure high yield, disease resistance and wider adaptability.