How is water able to get into the bean seed? Why does the water go into the bean seed?

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Cody Duong · Answer 1 · 2020-10-08T10:55:50+0000

Imbibition occurs when the seed is exposed to water. The seed absorbs water though its seed coat. As this happens, the seed coat softens.