The following statement regarding sprouting/germination is incorrect –

Correct option is B

The ratio of essential to non-essential amino acids does not change. Sol. Sprouting alters the nutritional composition of seeds, including increasing the ratio of essential to non-essential amino acids. Thus, statement b is incorrect.
Information Booster:
· Benefits of Sprouting:
· Improves digestibility by breaking down starch and antinutritional factors like tannins and phytates.
· Activates dormant enzymes, increasing bioavailability of nutrients.
Additional Knowledge:
· Correct Statements:
· (a): Starch breaks into simpler sugars.
· (c): Enzymes become active during sprouting.
· (d): Antinutritional factors like phytates are reduced, enhancing mineral absorption.