Removal of seed coat in dormant seeds by mechanical methods is called

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Removal of seed coat, in dormant seeds, by mechanical methods is called

Options

(a) separation
(b) emasculation
(c) venalization
(d) scarification

Correct Answer:

scarification

Explanation:

Scarification is rupturing of seed coats by abrasion through machine threshing, filling, chipping, vigorous shaking etc. This helps in overcoming seed dormancy.

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Topics: Plant Growth and Development (126)
Subject: Biology (4253)

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