The Adaptive Advantage of Seed Dormancy Is That It May

question 61

Multiple Choice

The adaptive advantage of seed dormancy is that it may

• A) result in germination at a favorable time.
• B) increase the probability of a seed's germinating in the right place.
• C) allow the seed to avoid competition.
• D) increase the likelihood of dispersal.
• E) All of the above

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