Q. Why seeds imbibe and swell after keeping in water?
A) OP inside the seed is low
B) OP of water is high
C) Water potential gradient developes between the seed coat and water
D) Diffusion pressure deficit of seed is very high
Explanation
The imbibants have negative water potential. As a result when they come in contact with water, a steep water potential is established between the imbibant and imbibate
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.