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lagume seeds exhibit dormancy because of...

lagume seeds exhibit dormancy because of

A

Undeveloped embryos

B

Hard seed coat

C

Absence of cytokinins

D

The absence of gibberellic acid

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The correct Answer is:
B

The seed coat is the seed’s primary defence against adverse environmental conditions. A hard seed coat protects the seed from mechanical stress.
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