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Germination is the process where a seed begins to grow and develop into a new plant.

It starts when the seed absorbs water, swells, and the embryo begins to sprout.

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ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone), also known as vasopressin.

It is released by the hypothalamus in the brain and stored in the posterior pituitary gland.

ADH regulates water reabsorption in the kidneys, leading to increased water retention and decreased urine production.

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Cytosol is the soluble, fluid portion of the cytoplasm where organelles are suspended.

It plays a key role in metabolic reactions, transport, and cell signaling within the cytoplasm.

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Charles Elton defined a species' niche as its occupation — the role it plays in its environment.

It includes how the species obtains food, interacts with other organisms, and its place in the ecosystem structure.

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• In maize (Zea mays), the first structure to emerge from the seed during germination is the radical root.
• It is also known as the primary root.
• This root grows downward into the soil, anchoring the seedling and absorbing water and nutrients.

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Heparin is generally considered safe during pregnancy.

It is the anticoagulant (blood thinner) of choice for many pregnant women

Warfarin is contraindicated in pregnancy due to its potential teratogenic effects,

While aspirin and clopidogrel may be used in certain situations but require careful monitoring.

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The smallest bone in the human body, the stapes, is located in the ear.

It is part of the middle ear and helps transmit sound vibrations.

The largest bone is the femur, or thigh bone, which supports the weight of the body.

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This statement is NOT true.

Plasmids replicate independently and are not necessary for the replication of the bacterial chromosome.