germination
noun [ U ] biology specialized uk/ˌdʒɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ us/ˌdʒɝː.məˈneɪ.ʃən/
发芽
the process of a seed starting to grow, or the act of causing a seed to start growing
Good soil moisture is required for seed germination. 种子发芽需要土壤湿润度良好。
The cold and frost of winter weather helps to stimulate germination. 冬季的寒冷和霜冻可刺激发芽。
See: germinate
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- When germination occurs, the covering should be removed at once.
- Germination is slow and can take a month in cold soil.
- The chemical kills weeds and prevents seed germination.