"Metabolism" Refers to

question 42

Multiple Choice

"Metabolism" refers to

• A) the breakdown of larger molecules into smaller ones.
• B) the production of larger molecules from smaller ones.
• C) both of these
• D) none of these

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Definitions:

Seed Coat

The outer protective layer of a seed that safeguards the embryonic plant from mechanical damage, pests, and diseases.

Shoot Apical Meristems

Regions at the tips of plant shoots that contain stem cells responsible for plant growth.

Plant Development

The process by which a plant grows and develops, governed by both genetic and environmental factors.

Grafting

A horticultural technique where tissues of plants are joined so as to continue their growth together, often used to propagate fruit trees or repair damaged plants.