Publisher's Synopsis
The fertilized and mature ovules of plants which are used for sowing are known as seeds. The plants which use seeds for their reproduction are known as spermatophytes. The branch of agricultural sciences that deals with the study of the structure of seeds is known as seed science. It also studies the development of seeds from a fertilized egg cell to the emergence of a new plant. Some of the focus areas of this branch of science are- the different types of germination, seed storage and seed ecology. It is also involved in studying the different methods and techniques which are involved in the sowing of seeds. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of seed science. The ever growing need of advanced technology is the reason that has fueled the research in this field in recent times. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.
