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With regard to germination in bean seed, answer the following question:
State the function of the 'micropyle'.
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Solution
The 'micropyle' serves two important functions:
- Allows absorption of water and makes it available to the embryo for germination.
- Enables diffusion of respiratory gases for the growing embryo.
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