What do we call the situation when the germination of seed is prohibited or blocked by a substance present in pericarp?

Biological inhibitors

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Bio-blockers

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Chemical inhibitors

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Chemical initiators

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Chemical inhibitors

The substance which is present in pericarp of the seed and inhibit or block the seed germination are known as chemical inhibitors.

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