Which of the following is an example of imbibition?

Options

A. Uptake of water by root hair
B. Exchange of gases in stomata
C. Swelling of seed when put in the soil
D. Opening of stomata

Answer

C

Explanation

Imbibition is a process in which water is absorbed by solid particles causing them to enormously increase in volume without forming a solution. The classical examples of imbibition are the absorption of water by seeds and dry wood.