Stratification
A period of cold, moist conditions required by some seeds before they can germinate. Simulates the passage of winter.
Used in the Books
This term appears in 2 chapters:
"Desert plants often require temperature cycling - hot days, cool nights - as a signal that they're not buried too deep. Some seeds require cold stratification - weeks or months near freezing - before they'll germinate. Apple seeds need 60-90 days at 1-5°C. This prevents autumn-dropped seeds from germinating..."
"...e emerging technologies was limited, Novo Nordisk partnered with academic groups and technology companies to apply AI to protein engineering, patient stratification, and clinical trial optimization. These partnerships allow the company to access capabilities that would take years to develop internally, and the in..."
Biological Context
Stratification breaks seed dormancy in many temperate species. Seeds may require weeks to months of cold (1-5°C) while moist. The process triggers hormonal changes that prepare the embryo for growth. Nurseries artificially stratify seeds in refrigerators.
Business Application
Some business opportunities require a 'stratification period' before they're ready. Market conditions, technology maturity, or regulatory frameworks may need time to develop before an idea can germinate successfully.