Illustration of a seed showing its parts like cotyledons, embryo, and seed coat.

Seeds of Plants - Class 8 Science Quiz

A Quiz for Class 8 Biology Students (Set 1)

Embark on a journey into the world of plant seeds! This engaging quiz from Quiznest.in will challenge your Class 8 Biology knowledge on seed structure, germination, and various dispersal mechanisms. Are you ready to sprout some answers?

1. Which part of the seed develops into the future root of the plant?

A) Plumule B) Cotyledon C) Radicle D) Endosperm

2. What is the primary function of the seed coat?

A) To absorb sunlight for photosynthesis B) To protect the embryo from mechanical injury and drying out C) To store food for the developing seedling D) To facilitate gas exchange with the environment

3. Which of the following conditions is NOT essential for most seeds to germinate?

A) Adequate water B) Suitable temperature C) Presence of light D) Availability of oxygen

4. A seed with two cotyledons is known as a:

A) Monocotyledonous seed B) Dicotyledonous seed C) Polyembryonic seed D) Albuminous seed

5. How are dandelion seeds primarily dispersed?

A) By water B) By animals (ingestion) C) By wind D) By explosive mechanism

6. The small pore on the seed coat through which water enters during germination is called the:

A) Hilum B) Stomata C) Micropyle D) Raphe

7. What is the term for the emergence of the seedling from the seed?

A) Pollination B) Fertilization C) Photosynthesis D) Germination

8. Seeds of plants like coconut are dispersed by:

A) Wind B) Water C) Animals (external attachment) D) Explosive mechanism

9. Which of these seeds stores food in its endosperm?

A) Bean B) Gram (chickpea) C) Pea D) Maize (corn)

10. When a seed has a period of inactivity, even under favorable conditions, it is said to be in:

A) Photosynthesis B) Dormancy C) Respiration D) Pollination

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Seeds of Plants - Class 8 Science Quiz

A Quiz for Class 8 Biology Students (Set 1)

1. Which part of the seed develops into the future root of the plant? Read

2. What is the primary function of the seed coat? Read

3. Which of the following conditions is NOT essential for most seeds to germinate? Read

4. A seed with two cotyledons is known as a: Read

5. How are dandelion seeds primarily dispersed? Read

6. The small pore on the seed coat through which water enters during germination is called the: Read

7. What is the term for the emergence of the seedling from the seed? Read

8. Seeds of plants like coconut are dispersed by: Read

9. Which of these seeds stores food in its endosperm? Read

10. When a seed has a period of inactivity, even under favorable conditions, it is said to be in: Read