Diagram of the germination stages of the bean and maize

For the germination stages of the bean (a dicot), a diagram would illustrate the seed absorbing water, followed by the radicle emerging downwards. Next, the hypocotyl elongates, forming an arch that pulls the cotyledons and plumule above the soil surface. Finally, the cotyledons expand and turn green, while the plumule develops into true leaves.

For the maize (a monocot), the diagram would show the seed absorbing water and the radicle emerging downwards. Subsequently, the coleoptile emerges and grows upwards, protecting the plumule as it pushes through the soil. The cotyledon (scutellum) remains underground, and the plumule emerges from the coleoptile to form true leaves, with adventitious roots developing from the stem base.