Question

Write down the various stages in the germination of a monocot seed.

Answer 1

The stages of germination of monocot seed are

1. Imbibition where water fills the seed.

2. The water activates enzymes that begin the seed germination

3. The seed grows a root to access water underground.

4. The seed grows shoots that grow towards the sun.

5. The shoots grow leaves and begin photomorphogenesis.