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

Options

A. Remains high
B. Stops completely
C. Increases steadily
D. Decreases steadily

Answer

D

Explanation

Over a certain range water content of the plant tissue greatly influence into the rate of respiration in most of the storage able seed the moisture content is kept below the point which allows a rapid respiration. With the increase in moisture content the rate of respiration increase.