Understanding Plant Life Cycle Stages
Good morning, everyone! Today, I'm going to talk about the different stages of a plant's life cycle. Plants go through several phases from germination to maturity. First, it begins with germination, which occurs when the seed absorbs water and swells, eventually breaking through the seed coat. Following germination, the seed develops into a seedling, a young plant that begins to grow leaves and roots. As the seedling matures, it reaches the vegetative stage, where it focuses on growing larger and stronger. Finally, the plant enters the reproductive stage, where it produces flowers and seeds to create a new generation. Understanding these stages is essential for anyone interested in botany or agriculture.
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