Dark Reversion of Phytochrome in Lettuce Seeds Stored in a Water-saturated Atmosphere |
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Authors: | Hsiao A I Vidaver W |
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Institution: | Department of Biological Sciences, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby 2, British Columbia, Canada. |
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Abstract: | Dark reversion of the far red-absorbing form of phytochrome, which does not occur in dry lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. Grand Rapids) seeds, appears to take place in seeds stored in a water-saturated atmosphere. The water content (approximately 70% after 10 days) of such seeds is insufficient to support germination; however the treatment enhances germination in seeds stored for 1 to 5 days, but this enhancement subsequently disappears, and the effect of extended storage (up to 28 days) is inhibiting. The half-time for dark far red-absorbing phytochrome reversion is 7 to 8 days, and at this time it can be completely reversed by exposing the seeds to a flash of red light. Storage of more than 7 to 8 days decreases red light enhancement of germination. |
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