Seed dormancy is due to the
- ethylene
- abscisic acid
- IAA
- starch
Answer
(2) abscisic acid
Solution
As per NCERT, abscisic acid (ABA) inhibits seed germination and plays an important role in seed development, maturation and dormancy.
∵ By inducing dormancy, ABA helps seeds to withstand desiccation and other unfavourable factors,
∴ seed dormancy is due to abscisic acid.
Answer: (2)