This document discusses the biochemistry of seed germination. It describes the key stages and events of germination, including pre-germination where seeds rehydrate and metabolism increases, germination where seeds rupture and seedlings emerge, and post-germination where cell growth and transport occurs. It also details the triphasic water uptake by seeds and the role of gibberellins and enzymes like alpha-amylase in breaking down stored starches to fuel seedling growth. Finally, it outlines the stages leading to cell division during germination, from mitochondrial respiration to protein and DNA synthesis.