Botany-Seed Dormancy
NEET Botany Seed Dormancy MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
Which of the following statements about seed dormancy is correct?
A
Seed dormancy can be overcome by mechanical abrasion and chemical treatment.
B
Seed dormancy is only affected by the seed coat structure.
C
Environmental conditions have no impact on breaking seed dormancy.
D
Only chilling conditions can remove inhibitory substances in seeds.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Seed dormancy can indeed be overcome through mechanical abrasions and various chemical treatments like gibberellic acid and nitrates, as mentioned in the NCERT context.
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