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How is the dormancy of seeds different from hibernation in animals?

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i. Seed dormancy a condition in which seeds are prevented from germinating even under suitable environmental conditions, The main reason behind these conditions is that they require a period of rest before being capable of germination. whereas hibernation in animals is a state of reduced activities to escape cold winter conditions.

ii. During seed dormancy, the growth, and development of an embryo are arrested temporarily, whereas in hibernation animals enter a state of inactivity by slowing their metabolism.

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अध्याय 13: Organisms and Populations - Exercises [पृष्ठ ३०७]

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अध्याय 13 Organisms and Populations
Exercises | Q 3 1. | पृष्ठ ३०७

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