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GO: Biological Process

seed dormancy process

Term ID
GO:0010162
Synonyms
  • seed dormancy
Definition
A dormancy process in which dormancy (sometimes called a dormant state) is induced, maintained or broken in a seed. Seed dormancy is a suspension of most physiological activity and growth in a seed, including the embryo contained therein, that can be reactivated. It often requires special conditions for reactivation, such as specific temperature, scarification, or leaching of inhibitors. 9781405139830
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