Question

The collective term for the stages that lead to the formation of a seedling from a seed is called

• A. dormancy
• B. germination
• C. viability
• D. none of these.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

germination

The correct option is B

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The process by which the dormant embryo of the seed resumes active growth and forms a seedling is known as germination.
2. The seed contains the future plant, an embryo.
3. The embryo develops into a seedling under favorable conditions.
4. This process of development of seedlings from a seed is called germination.
5. Water, temperature, air, and sunlight are necessary for the germination of seeds.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. A dormant seed is a seed that is in the state of apparent inactivity and which will not start to grow, even if favorable conditions are provided until a definite time has elapsed.
2. This property of seed is known as dormancy.

Option C:

1. The viability of the seed is a measure of how many seeds are alive and could develop into plants.
2. The seed which develops into a seedling has viability.

Final answer: The collective term for the stages that lead to the formation of a seedling from a seed is called germination.