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Seed dormancy is caused by...

Seed dormancy is caused by

A

`C_(2)H_(4)`

B

`ABA`

C

I A A

D

`GA_(3)`

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B
Seed dormancy is mainly caused by ABA. Dormancy allows seeds to tolerate desiccation and extremes of temperature better. Due to its action of inducing dormancy in seeds, buds etc. ABA is also called as dormin.
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