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During seed germination its stored food is mobilized
Options
(a) Cytokinin
(b) ABA
(c) Gibberellin
(d) Ethylene
Correct Answer:
Gibberellin
Explanation:
Gibberellins stimulate the synthesis of α-amylase and proteases enzyme in germinating grains of cereals. They are involved in the conversion of starch into sugar. The proteases convert an inactive β-amylase to the active form. The active β-amylase and α-amylase together digest starch to glucose which is mobilized to meet the metabolic demands of embryo.
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Topics: Plant Growth and Development
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Subject: Biology
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