Write the difference between epigeal and hypogeal germination.

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Epigeal Germination Hypogeal Germination
Germination of a plant that takes place above the ground. Germination of a plant that takes place below the ground.
Cotyledons emerge out of the soil. Cotyledons remain in the soil.
Hypocotyl is long and its upper part of the hypocotyl is curved down to protect the plumule. Hypocotyl is short and its upper part of the hypocotyl is not curved down.

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Epigeal Germination	Hypogeal Germination
Germination of a plant that takes place above the ground.	Germination of a plant that takes place below the ground.
Cotyledons emerge out of the soil.	Cotyledons remain in the soil.
Hypocotyl is long and its upper part of the hypocotyl is curved down to protect the plumule.	Hypocotyl is short and its upper part of the hypocotyl is not curved down.