1.4.3 - Seed
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What are the three main parts of a seed?
💡 Hint: Think about what structures help with protecting and nourishing the embryo.
What type of seed retains some endosperm?
💡 Hint: Consider the term that sounds like 'albumin' which is a protein that can be used for nutrition.
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What are the main components of a typical angiosperm seed?
💡 Hint: Think about the structure of a seed and what it needs to survive until it's ready to grow.
True or False: All seeds contain remnants of endosperm.
💡 Hint: Remember the definitions of albuminous and non-albuminous seeds.
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Explain how the process of seed dormancy affects agricultural practices and strategies for crop production.
💡 Hint: Think about seasonal changes and their role in farming.
Evaluate the ecological significance of seed dispersal mechanisms in flowering plants.
💡 Hint: Consider how animals and weather can facilitate seed movement.
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