The Sense of Smell Is Also Called

question 14

Multiple Choice

The sense of smell is also called

• A) audition.
• B) olfaction.
• C) gustation.
• D) occipital.

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Definitions:

Apomixis

Apomixis is a form of asexual reproduction that allows plants to produce seeds without fertilization, leading to offspring genetically identical to the parent.

Scarification

A process of weakening the outer coat of seeds to encourage germination, can be chemical, mechanical, or thermal.

Imbibition

Imbibition is the process of absorption of water by substances, causing them to swell without dissolving, critically initiating seed germination.

Vernalization

The process by which exposure to cold temperatures for a certain length of time induces a plant to flower.