seed coat (Meaning)
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seed coat (n)
protective outer layer of seeds of flowering plants
Synonyms & Antonyms of seed coat
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seed coat Sentence Examples
- The mature seed coat, or testa, protects the embryo and provides nutrients.
- The seed coat is essential for germination, helping the seed absorb water and oxygen.
- The thickness and composition of the seed coat vary depending on the plant species.
- Some seed coats are impermeable to water, requiring specific conditions for germination.
- The seed coat can be removed mechanically or chemically to enhance germination rates.
- Fungal diseases can penetrate the seed coat, damaging the embryo.
- The seed coat contains antioxidants and other protective compounds to shield the embryo.
- Scarification, the process of weakening the seed coat, can facilitate germination.
- Seed coat color and markings can provide camouflage and aid in seed dispersal.
- The seed coat plays a crucial role in the survival and propagation of plants.
FAQs About the word seed coat
protective outer layer of seeds of flowering plants
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The mature seed coat, or testa, protects the embryo and provides nutrients.
The seed coat is essential for germination, helping the seed absorb water and oxygen.
The thickness and composition of the seed coat vary depending on the plant species.
Some seed coats are impermeable to water, requiring specific conditions for germination.
