Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of hypogeal germination?

• A. In hypogeal germination the cotyledons are not pushed above the ground.
• B. The epicotyl is the upper portion of the axis of the seedling.
• C. Pea, mango, and rice are the examples of hypogeal germination.
• D. The portion between the cotyledons and the radicle is known as hypocotyl.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

In hypogeal germination the cotyledons are not pushed above the ground.

The correct option is A.

Explanation for Correct option:

1. A plant's germination occurs below the ground, which is indicated by the botanical phrase "hypogeal germination."
2. Cotyledons stay underground during hypogeal germination, while the plumule grows longer above the soil.

Explanation for Incorrect options:

Option B:

The stem's epicotyl is located above the cotyledons and the active area of the germination process, the epicotyl, enlarges and pushes the plumule above the soil while the cotyledons stay below.

Option C:

Pea, gram, and groundnut are a few well-known examples of dicotyledons, and Maize, coconut, rice, and wheat are some examples of monocotyledons for hypogeal germination.

Option D:

The stem's hypocotyl is found below the cotyledons and If the hypocotyl is in the active zone, it will lengthen and raise the cotyledons.

Final answer: In hypogeal germination, the cotyledons are not pushed above the ground is not a characteristic of hypogeal germination.