During seed germination its stored food is mobilized

During Seed Germination Its Stored Food Is Mobilized Biology Question

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 (126)
Subject: Biology (4253)

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