Here's why:
* Seeds are tissues themselves: Seeds are made up of various tissues:
* Seed coat: The outer protective layer.
* Endosperm: A food storage tissue that nourishes the developing embryo.
* Embryo: The miniature plant with the potential to grow into a new plant.
* Growth begins within the seed: The embryo within the seed contains all the genetic information needed to grow into a plant. This growth begins within the seed itself.
* Germination: When the seed gets the right conditions (water, temperature, oxygen), it starts to germinate. This is when the embryo begins to develop roots and shoots, eventually breaking out of the seed coat.
Think of it this way: The seed is like a tiny, self-contained package. The plant inside is already there, just waiting for the right conditions to start growing.
Let me know if you have any other questions! 😊
