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The rate of respiration of young maturin...

The rate of respiration of young maturing seeds is quite high but as water contents decreases during further maturation,

A

Remains high

B

Stops completly

C

Increases steadily

D

Decreases steadily

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D
Water is essential for accelerating enzyme activity . In conditions of water stress therefore the respiration decreases that's why in dry fruits and seeds in respiratory enzyme least active. Show minimum respiration.
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