Question

Which among the following conditions can permanently damage the seeds?

• A. Placing seeds in boiling water at 100℃
• B. Placing seeds in a container at 25℃
• C. Placing seeds in a refrigerator at 5℃
• D. Placing seeds in cold storage containers at -20℃

Answer 1

The correct option is A Placing seeds in boiling water at 100℃

Placing seeds in boiling water at 100℃ can destroy the embryonic tissue within the seed leading to permanent damage.
Low temperatures like 5℃ to -20℃ can temporarily arrest the activities in a seed. Room temperatures between 15℃ to 30℃ are most adequate for seed germination.