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Seed dormancy

Question

Which of the following is responsible for inducing dormancy in seeds?

Easy

A

Gibberellic acid
B

Chilling conditions
C

Nitrates
D

Phenolic acids

Solution

Presence of chemical inhibitors such as abscisic acids, phenolic acids, para-ascorbic acid causes seed dormancy.
Effect of inhibitory substances can be removed by subjecting the seeds to chilling conditions or by application of certain chemicals like gibberellic acid and nitrates.

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