Barley Kernel Flashcards
1
Q
Which element takes up 75% of the kernel?
A
Endosperm
2
Q
What percentage of the kernel does the embryo take up?
A
5%
3
Q
What happens during embryo activation?
A
Growth hormones released
Existing enzymes released
New enzymes created
4
Q
Which portion of the kernel is reduced by embryo activation?
A
Endosperm
5
Q
What happens after a kernel is fully chitted?
A
Rapid growth of rootlets and acrospire
6
Q
Name 3 inputs for aerobic respiration
A
Warmth/heat
Oxygen
Moisture
