Mention whether the following statement is true or false and give explanation in support of your answer.
Soaked seeds burst their seed coats.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
The given statement is true.
Because, on soaking the seed absorb water, the seed coats soften, the seed swells and hence the seed coats burst.

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