Imbibition
The process by which a substance absorbs water without generating a solution is known as imbibition (for example, a seed or a plant component). The water is absorbed by the substance’s surface, causing it to swell. Imbibition is vital for seed germination because it supplies the water required for embryo growth. Seed swelling during imbibition can also aid in seed coat shattering, allowing the embryo to stretch out.
Plant Water Relations
The transfer of water, nutrients, and other materials from one section of the plant to another is referred to as transport in plants. Plants rely on their transport system for growth, survival, and reproduction. Water transport in plants is critical for sustaining the turgor pressure required for cell structure and function.