SEED Pg 249

-For the development of the seedling.

 Develops from ovule after fertilization.
 Testa- tough outer protective covering from
water/bacteria/fungus.
 Hilum- scar of attachment of
seed to ovary wall
 Micropyle-tiny hole for entry
of water.
Cotyledons- seed leaves, may
be mono or di cot
 Endosperm- food storage
 Plumule- potential shoot Radicle- potential root
Reasons for dispersal of seeds
 Prevents overcrowding -competition for light, minerals
and H2O.
 Prevents the spreading of diseases. Colonize new areas.
Germination

Conditions
for
germination
1. light-optional
2. water- swelling/softens seeds
3. oxygen- respiration
4. suitable temperature-
for enzymes 5o C- 35 o C
Etoilation
Growth of a seedling in little light.