A Scientist Is Studying Seeds from a Species of Sundew

question 82

Multiple Choice

A scientist is studying seeds from a species of sundew native to Western Australia.These seeds need to be treated with smoke before they can imbibe and germinate.This suggests that _______ in order for the seeds to germinate.

• A) the smoke must break seed dormancy
• B) the radicle must emerge from the seed
• C) water must be excluded
• D) oxygen must be excluded
• E) cell division must increase greatly

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