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Microwave effects on germination and growth of radish (Raphanus sativusL.) seedlings

Year: 2002

Type: article

Abstract: Germination of radish seeds was delayed and reduced by low-power microwave exposure at 10.5 and 12.5 GHz. Irradiation decreased also hypocotyl growth rate. These effects were increased by rising of the microwave power and by the vertically polarised electromagnetic field. When the irradiation was suspended the seedling growth recovered.

Source: Acta Botanica Gallica

DOI: 10.1080/12538078.2002.10515947

Authors: Anna Scialabba, Carmelo Tamburello

Institution: University of Palermo

Language: English

Topic: Magnetic and Electromagnetic Effects

Subfield: Agronomy and Crop Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: Università degli Studi di Palermo