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12 June, 13:36

Would plant seeds that store energy in oil respire faster or would plant seeds that store energy in sugar respire faster?

Also, does temperature or germination time play a more important role in respiration rate? I think this one would be germination.

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  1. 12 June, 13:47
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    The answer is; seeds that store energy in sugar

    Sugar is the main source of energy for most life. Oils and fats are used to store excess starch energy for later. Therefore seeds that store oil has to re-convert the oils to carbohydrates so as to respire, However, those that store sugars would just retrieve them from storage and directly use them in respiration.

    The answer is; YES

    Temperature is an important factor in germination and respiration rate. Optimal temperature range will enable the enzymes to be active and hydrolyze stored energy sources (such as oils and carbohydrates) for energy. Higher than optimal temperatures may denature the enzyme while low temperatures will deactivate the enzymes.
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