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A fresh seed taken from a plant normally does not sprout,even if kept under suitable conditions for germination.Why?

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A fresh seed generally doesn't sprout due to the process of seed dormancy. Seed dormancy is the phenomenon where the seed does not germinate for a specific period of time, even if all the favorable conditions are provided. This is a mechanism developed in plants to survive adverse conditions and to ensure proper dispersal of seeds before they germinate.


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