GERMINATES Meaning and
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Germinates, in botany, refers to the process by which a seed begins to grow and develop into a new plant. It is the initial stage of plant growth, where a seed comes out of dormancy and starts to sprout. During germination, the seed absorbs water, which activates the enzymes inside it. These enzymes break down stored nutrients in the seed, such as starch and proteins, into simpler molecules that can be used for growth. This process releases energy needed for the development of the embryo within the seed.
Germination typically involves several key events. First, the seed absorbs water through its outer coat, causing it to swell and soften. This triggers the release of gibberellin hormones, which stimulate the production of enzymes that break down stored nutrients. As the embryo starts to grow, it sends out a radicle, or primary root, which anchors the plant in the soil and absorbs water and nutrients from it. Meanwhile, a shoot emerges above the soil, eventually developing into the stem and leaves.
The conditions required for successful germination vary between plant species. Factors such as temperature, light exposure, moisture, and oxygen availability influence the germination process. Some seeds require specific environmental cues, such as a period of cold temperatures or exposure to fire, to break their dormancy before germination can occur. Germination is a crucial step in the life cycle of plants, as it allows for their propagation and colonization of new areas.
Common Misspellings for GERMINATES
Etymology of GERMINATES
The word germinates derives from the Latin word germinare, which means to sprout or to bud. This Latin term is derived from another Latin word, germen, meaning sprout or bud, which in turn is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *gen- meaning to beget or to produce.
Similar spelling words for GERMINATES
- germination,
- germane,
- German Lesson,
- germinal area,
- germanism,
- Germaine,
- germaneness,
- germinal,
- Germinated,
- germinate,
- Germain,
- terminates,
- germinal disc,
- germanite.
Conjugate verb Germinates
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