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BACKGROUND: We have started a study
investigating the effect of radiation on bean
seeds since radiation can be used to produce
more and higher quality products.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Five groups
were formed in this study. In each group, 20, 40,
50 and 60 Gy radiation was applied to the seeds
in each group, respectively. No radiation was
applied to the in the 5th group (Control group).
RESULTS: The earliest germination was seen
in 20 Gy and control groups and it was the 3rd
day. The latest germination was in the 60Gy
group at the earliest on the 8th day and at the
latest on the 16th day.
CONCLUSION: Because of germination and
growth rates with seed radiation done with doses
above 60 Gy, these findings should be confirmed
with larger studies.
Seed breeding, radiation seed, radiation bean