The respiration in germinating seeds produces energy which can be detected in the form of ___________.
A
Water
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B
Heat
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C
Oxygen
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D
CO2
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Solution
The correct option is A Heat
During germination, the respiration rate of seed is very high which releases a very high amount of energy and around 30 to 40% of energy is converted into ATP and utilize by the plant for its growth and rest is evolved in the form of heat which can be detected.