The effect of frequency-specific sound signals on the germination of maize seeds

Abstract Objective The effects of sound treatments on the germination of maize seeds were determined. Results White noise and bass sounds (300 Hz) had a positive effect on the germination rate. Only 3 h treatment produced an increase of about 8%, and 5 h increased germination in about 10%. Fast-gree...

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Main Author: Carlos M. Vicient
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-07-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13104-017-2643-4