why in a seed bean experiment do you have to soak beans in water overnight

Question

There was an apparatus that required wide mouthed transparent container, seeds that have been soaked overnight in water, and sterilising solution (e. g diluted formalin, bleach etc. )

Answer 1

Soaking bean seeds overnight helps with the germination process. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/seeds/soaking-seeds.htm