A scientist is studying the signals that promote seed germination in a newly discovered desert shrub.Moistening the seeds with various hormones and varying the temperature do not cause the seeds to germinate.What would be the best germination-inducing signal to try next?
A) Red light
B) Abscisic acid
C) Starches
D) Blue light
E) Friction

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Red light is known to promote seed germination in many plant species by activating phytochromes. Since traditional methods like hormone treatments and temperature variations did not work, red light may be a viable option to induce germination in this desert shrub.

A Scientist Is Studying the Signals That Promote Seed Germination