Question

Why is antiseptic added to the flask containing boiled seeds?

• A. To prevent the seeds from germinating.
• B. To prevent bacterial growth on dead seeds.
• C. To absorb additional carbon dioxide.
• D. To help lime water to turn milky.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

To prevent bacterial growth on dead seeds.

A little amount of an antiseptic such as carbolic acid is added to boiled seeds (which are now dead), to prevent bacterial growth on them. Otherwise, the bacterial population can otherwise respire and release carbon dioxide which may lead to errors in results.