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.