Question

During seed germination, seed coat ruptures due to

• A. Differentiation of cotyledons
• B. Massive glycolysis in endosperm and cotyledons
• C. Massive imbition of water
• D. Sudden increase in cell division

Answer 1

The correct option is C Massive imbition of water

During the beginning stage of the germination, the seeds take up water rapidly and this results in swelling and softening of the seed coat at an optimum temperature. By rupturing of the seed coats helps to emerge the radicle and the plumule to form a primary root. This stage is referred to as an imbibition. So, the correct answer is 'Massive imbibition of water’.