Botany-Seed Dormancy
NEET Botany Seed Dormancy MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11
Which method can be used to overcome seed dormancy caused by the seed coat barrier?
A
Mechanical abrasions using knives or sandpaper
B
Soaking in water for 24 hours
C
Exposing to continuous light
D
Applying fertilizer directly to the seeds
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Mechanical abrasions such as using knives or sandpaper can break the seed coat barrier, which is one of the reasons causing seed dormancy. This method mimics the natural abrasions caused by microbial action or passage through digestive tracts of animals.
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