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Do you see some seeds floating on the water? Why do you think this happened? Why did the other seeds not float on the water?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Observation of Seeds:** - Yes, some seeds are observed floating on the surface of the water. 2. **Reason for Floating Seeds:** - The seeds that float are typically hollow inside. This hollowness reduces their density, making them lighter than water. - The hollowness can occur due to the attack of microorganisms or bacteria, which deplete the nutrients in the seeds, causing them to become less dense and float. ...
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