Question

IV. Give the scientific reasons for the following:-
1. Grains are dried thoroughly before storing​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The fresh grains contain moisture which is suitable condition to attack microorganisms in the grains. So it is needed to dry the grains before storage. If the grains are not dried before storage then it would be attacked by the bacteria, fungi, pest and insect through which it lose its germination capacity.

Answer 2

Answer:

If freshly harvested grains are stored without drying they may get spoilt or attacked by microorganisms, loosing their germination capacity. Hence, before storing them the grains are properly dried in the sun to reduce moisture in them. This prevents the attack by insects, pests, bacteria and fungi