Use the drop-down menus to place the steps of germination in the proper order from first (1) to last (5).

Question

The roots grow downward.

When the leaf opens, the plant is a seedling.

The embryo uses stored food to grow.

The seed absorbs water.

The stem and leaves grow upward out of the seed coat.

Answer 1

Here are the steps of germination in the proper order:

1. The seed absorbs water.
2. The embryo uses stored food to grow.
3. The roots grow downward.
4. The stem and leaves grow upward out of the seed coat.
5. When the leaf opens, the plant is a seedling.