germination Flashcards
1
Q
what are the conditions necessary for germination
A
water, oxygen and warm temperature
2
Q
how is the effect of a factor on seed germination investigated
A
by setting up test tubes with seeds each with a factor missing and one as a control with all factors present. count the number of seeds that have germinated in each test tube
3
Q
how is the effect of lack of water on germination investigated
A
by placing seeds on dry cotton wool
4
Q
how is the effect of lack of oxygen on germination investigated
A
by submerging the seeds in water with a layer of oil on top
5
Q
how is the effect of lack of warm temperature on germination investigated
A
by placing seeds in a fridge
6
Q
how long should seeds be left for germination for
A
one week
