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Effect of aflatoxin B1 on chlorophyll, nucleic acid and protein contents in maize

Year: 1997

Type: article

Abstract: Aflatoxin B1 significantly lowered the contents of nucleic acids (DNA, RNA) and protein (both quantititive and qualitative) of germinating seeds of maize cv. Suwan Composite and also the contents of chlorophylls and carotenoids in seedlings. The extent of inhibition depended on the concentration of toxin.

Source: Biologia Plantarum

DOI: 10.1023/a:1000352821598

Authors: G. Prasad, K.K. Sinha, M.M. Ali

Institution: Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University

Language: English

Topic: Mycotoxins in Agriculture and Food

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W46124017