Germination In Seeds Flashcards
0
Q
Where can a seed take in water?
A
Through it’s micropyle
1
Q
What is germination?
A
Germination is the process by which the seed grows and develops, eventually becoming a fully mature plant.
2
Q
Why is amylase needed in a seed?
A
To break down the starch into sugars so it can be used for growth.
3
Q
What is the testa of a seed?
A
The protective outer covering of a seed
4
Q
What is the small hole in a seed’s testa called?
A
The micropyle
