Seeds
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Seeds: Nature's Quirky Wonders
This chapter delves into the botanical definition of seeds, classifying them into categories like angiosperms and gymnosperms while exploring their structural components. The discussion is laced with humor, including playful banter about the 'Coco de Mer' and its hefty seeds, alongside trivia about seed weights and germination times. It also highlights seeds' historical significance and their preservation at the Valbard Global Seed Vault, reflecting on the complexity of ecosystems and the evolution of seed-bearing plants.
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