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Question
Germination where cotyledons are raised above the soil (e.g., bean) is called _______ germination; where they remain below soil (e.g., pea/groundnut) it is _______ germination.
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Epigeal germination is where cotyledons are raised above the soil (e.g., bean), and hypogeal is where they remain below (e.g., pea/groundnut).
Hint
Epi- means above, hypo- means below.