Question

Which of the following aspects is/are crucial for the storage of seeds?

• A. Dehydration
• B. Dormancy
• C. Both A and B
• D. Presence of endosperm

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Both A and B

Storage is the preservation of viable seeds from the time of collection until they are required for sowing. Seed form the basis for agriculture and their property of dehydration and dormancy are crucial for storage of seeds which can be used as food throughout the year. At maturity, seeds lose about 90$\%$ of their water, which slows their metabolism significantly leading to dormancy, a period during which the embryo puts its development on hold.