Germination (Leaving Cert Biology): Flashcards
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Definition of germination
Definition of germination
Re-growth of seed embryo into a new plant
3 essential conditions for germination
3 essential conditions for germination
Water, oxygen, suitable temperature
Role of water in germination
Role of water in germination
Activates enzymes & softens testa
Role of oxygen in germination
Role of oxygen in germination
Required for aerobic respiration
Oils digested into during germination
Oils digested into during germination
Fatty acids and glycerol
Starch digested into during germination
Starch digested into during germination
Glucose
Proteins digested into during germination
Proteins digested into during germination
Amino acids
First structure to emerge in germination
First structure to emerge in germination
Radicle (future root)
Epigeal germination cotyledon position
Epigeal germination cotyledon position
Above the soil surface
Hypogeal germination cotyledon position
Hypogeal germination cotyledon position
Below the soil