Which of the following is an example of imbibition?
(a) Uptake of water by root hair
(b) Exchange of gases in stomata
(c) Swelling of seed when put in soil
(d) Opening of stomata
Ans. The answer is the option (c) Swelling of seeds when put in the soil.
Explanation: - Imbibition is the process through which seeds are able to absorb water and germinate.