Question

What happens if seeds are wrapped up in a wet towel for 2-3 days?

• A. They get spoilt
• B. They germinate
• C. Few germinate and few remain same
• D.
  No change is observed

Answer 1

The correct option is D

No change is observed

Seed germination depends on how deep the seed is planted, water availability, and temperature. When water is plentiful, like in the case above where seeds are wrapped in a wet towel, the seeds absorb water by a process called imbibition.