BIOLOGY

JAMB 2005 - Question 28

Biology 2005 JAMB Past Questions - Question 28: The type of germination illustrated is termed

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
The type of germination illustrated is termed
The type of germination illustrated is termed
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B:
C:
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Correct Answer

C

Explanation

This is the type of germination in which cotyledons are carried above the soil surface as a result of the elongation and straightening of the hypocotyl. This occurs in dicot seeds. Hypogeal germination occurs as a result of the elongation of curved epicotyl. This occurs in mono cot seeds. Epicotyl is the portion of the seedling above the cotyledon. thus, the cotyledon remains below the soil