Effects of low intensity ultrasound on the germination of corn seeds (Zea mays L.) under different water availabilities

Authors

  • S.A. Hebling Universidade Federal de São Carlos
  • W.R. da Silva USP; ESALQ; Dep. Agricultura

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0103-90161995000300017

Keywords:

corn, seeds, ultrasound, hidric availability

Abstract

The effects of low intensity ultrasound on the performance of corn seeds (Zea mays L.), were investigated at two intensity levels, 230 and 175 mW/m². This study analysed the ultrasound effects on the germination under different water availabilities. The emergence and development of embryonic structures do react proportionally to the water availability and the treatment with ultrasound has no pronounced influency on the phenomena related to seed germination. However, a tendency of positive interference of this treatment in the seedling development in hidrie deficiency situations is detectable.

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Published

1995-12-01

Issue

Vol. 52 No. 3 (1995)

Section

Articles

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How to Cite

Effects of low intensity ultrasound on the germination of corn seeds (Zea mays L.) under different water availabilities . (1995). Scientia Agricola, 52(3), 514-520. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0103-90161995000300017