Q. If two types of seeds, like pea and maize are kept in water at the same time. Which among the two will imbibe more water?
A) Maize seed
B) Pea seed
C) Both imbibe equal amount of water
D) Pea seed imbibe more water only at alkaline pH
Explanation
Proteins have a very high imbibing capacity, starch less and cellulose least. This is why, the proteinaceous seeds, $e.g.,$ pea seeds will show more imbibition than those of wheat seeds
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.