NEET Solved Paper 2019 Question 15
Question: Pinus seed cannot germinate and establish without fungal association. This is because: [NEET 5-5-2019]
Options:
A) It has very hard seed coat
B) Its seed contain inhibitors that prevent germination
C) Its embryo is immature
D) It has obligate association with mycorrhizae
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
- The pinus seeds have a very hard seed coat so without. Fungal association the seed cannot absorb water. The mycorrhizae penetrate deep inside the seeds to moisten them.