WAEC - Biology (1999 - No. 27)
During germination of seeds water is taken by the process of
diffusion
hydrolysis
imbibition
translocation
Forklaring
The presence of water is the most important factor. Without water, cells cannot carry out their necessary activities and the seed will not germinate. When a seed absorbs water, it is called Imbibition. Water enters the seed either through a tiny opening in the seed called the micropyle or through the seed coat. The micropyle is also the site at which the pollen tube enters the ovule during fertilization.