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Physiology of Seed Germination

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Subject-Matter of Seed Germination 2. Factors Influencing in Seed Germination 3. Mobilization of Reserves during Seed Germination 4. How to Test Seed Viability?. Subject-Matter of Seed Germination: Seeds develop and mature within the fruits. Once the fruit attains maturity and ripens it is shed and the seeds inside it undergo period of [...]

By Abhilasha R|2016-07-20T08:05:16+00:00July 20, 2016|Germination|Comments Off

Seed Dormancy: Meaning, Methods and Significance | Plant Physiology

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Seed Dormancy 2. Methods to Break Seed Dormancy 3. Significance of Seed Dormancy. Meaning of Seed Dormancy: In several species seeds germinate as soon as they have undergone maturation and provided proper conditions for germination. To this category belong the seeds of bean, pea, maize, etc. In some species the [...]

By Abhilasha R|2016-07-20T08:05:16+00:00July 20, 2016|Seed Dormancy|Comments Off