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JAMB Biology 1999 Question 26

Question 26

Growth and Development

In epigeal germination, the cotyledons are

  1. A.carried above the ground by the elongating hypocotyl
  2. B.pulled underground by the elongating hypocotyl
  3. C.pulled underground by the elongating epicotyl
  4. D.carried above the ground by the elongating epicotyl.
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Answer: A (carried above the ground by the elongating hypocotyl)

Explanation

In epigeal germination (e.g. bean) the hypocotyl grows fast and pushes the cotyledons above the soil.