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(a) Distinguish between epigeal and hypogeal germination.
(b) Why is oxygen necessary in the germination of seeds?

Answer Text:
a)- Epigeal: cotyledon are brought above ground surface when hypocotyl elongates
- Hypogeal: cotyledon remains below ground surface when epicotyl elongates and pushes out of the soil.
b)- Required in aerobic respiration/ oxidation, to release energy from food reserve for germination.