In a dry seed, the embryo is inactive. It is said to be in a state of __.

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In a dry seed, the embryo is inactive. It is said to be in a state of dormancy. Seed dormancy is a state in which seeds are prevented from germinating even under environmental conditions normally favorable for germination.

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