Practice Changes During Germination (6.6) - Seeds: Structure and Germination

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Question 1.
What is the micropyle in a seed?
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Think of it as the door for water.
Question 2.
Which part emerges first during germination?
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Remember, roots grow down before shoots grow up!
3Question 3.
What is the primary function of the micropyle during germination?
- To absorb sunlight
- To allow water to enter
- To protect the seed
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Consider the role of openings and entrances.
4Question 4.
True or False: The plumule emerges before the radicle.
- True
- False
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Think about the growth pattern of plants.
Question 5.
Discuss how different environmental conditions such as temperature and moisture influence germination rates in various seed types.
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Think about how you care for plants. What happens if they are left in the sun too long?
Question 6.
Compare and contrast the germination processes in monocots (like maize) and dicots (like beans). How do their structures influence their germination?
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Consider where each type of seed stores its energy.

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