Technology - Sexual Propagation

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Sexual Propagation - Seed Germination

Define the term dormancy.

Dormancy is the temporary suspension of visible growth of any plant structure containing a meristem.

Define secondary dormancy.

a condition where germination does not occur even though primary dormancy requirements have been met; typically induced by environmental stresses at the time of germination.

	Define the term dormancy.
	Dormancy is the temporary suspension of visible growth of any plant structure containing a meristem.

	Define secondary dormancy.
	a condition where germination does not occur even though primary dormancy requirements have been met; typically induced by environmental stresses at the time of germination.