Question

An enzyme that can stimulate germination of barley seeds is:

• A. $\alpha$-amylase
• B. lipase
• C. protease
• D. invertase

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$\alpha$-amylase

Answer 2

An enzyme that can stimulate the germination of barley seeds is $\alpha$-amylase, which breaks down starch into simpler sugars to provide energy for germination.

So, the correct option is (A): $\alpha$-amylase