Key Terms Defined
- Germination
- The stage of growth when a plant root sprouts from the outer seed covering
Each seed contains a baby plant that will start to grow under the right conditions. All a seed needs to begin growing is warmth and water. The first stage in seed growth is called germination, which is when the tiny root emerges from the outer seed covering. Once the seed starts sprouting, it needs soil, room for the roots to grow, sunlight and water.
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- Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
More Activities
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Habitat Overcrowding
See what happens when plants compete for survival in an area with limited resources.
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Make a Friend from Soil and Seeds
Watch grass turn into "hair" for a friend that you make!
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Construct a Worm Farm
See how worms keep your garden healthy.
More Exhibits
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Farm Tech
Step into a modern-day farm and explore the latest innovations that bring food to your table!
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Smart Home: Green + Wired 2012
MSI's green home is open with new decor and innovative ways to live green!