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A Scientist Is Studying the Signals That Promote Seed Germination

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A scientist is studying the signals that promote seed germination in a newly discovered desert shrub.Moistening the seeds with various hormones and varying the temperature do not cause the seeds to germinate.What would be the best germination-inducing signal to try next?


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Depth Cue

Visual information that allows a person to judge the distance or depth of objects in relation to themselves.

Retina

The light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the inner eye, which converts light images into electrical signals sent to the brain through the optic nerve.

Brightness Constancy

The human visual system's ability to perceive the relative brightness of objects regardless of the amount of light illuminating them.

Cloudy Days

Days characterized by a significant coverage of the sky by clouds, often leading to reduced sunlight and cooler temperatures.

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