Tropisms
A seed that is alive but inactive is called dormant. During dormancy, a seed is alive but not actively growing or undergoing any metabolic processes, allowing it to survive under unfavorable conditions until it can germinate when conditions are suitable.
Dormant
Dormant
The inactive stage of a seed is known as dormancy. During dormancy, the seed is in a state of suspended animation, waiting for the right conditions to germinate and start growing into a plant.
depends what type of plant
Yes, a radish seed is considered alive as it contains viable embryonic plant tissue and has the potential to grow into a new plant under the right conditions. It is in a dormant state until it absorbs water and begins the germination process, activating its metabolic functions. While inactive, the seed still exhibits characteristics of life, such as the ability to respond to environmental stimuli.
no they are just not reproducing. of course they are alive. they are just inactive.
Viruses are not alive and so do not sleep. They can become inactive for a while.
Dormancy is the term used to describe the inactive state of a seed or plant part when conditions are unfavorable for growth. During this time, the plant conserves energy until conditions are more favorable for growth and development.
A viable apple seed is alive. If you plant it, it will grow.
Yes, an apple seed is alive because it contains living cells that can germinate and grow into a new apple tree under suitable conditions.
It is itself alive (the cells of the peach are alive) and it contains a seed which is alive and capable of making a new peach tree.