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Hypogeal Germination

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why is a seed referred to as a dormant plant

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Seeds are known as dormant plants because they need a favorable enviromental conditions for germination until then the physical and chemical activity in the seed is temporarily stopped to avoid the germination of seed under unsuitable conditions.

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