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Question
On germination a seed first produces shoot with leaves, flowers appear later, Why do you think this happens?
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Solution
Initially, after seed germination, branches with leaves appear. This signifies the plant's vegetative development. This is necessary in order to synthesise sufficient nutrients for sexual reproduction. As a result, blossoming occurs after this stage.
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