The effects of pre-germination seed processing, storage temperature and duration of storage on the viability and seedling growth of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.)
Date of Publication
1995
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Biology
College
College of Science
Department/Unit
Biology
Abstract/Summary
The effects of three different pre-germination seed processing methods, two storage temperatures, and duration of storage on tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) were compared using the following growth parameters: germination percentage, uniformity of germination time (UGT), shoot and root length (cm), and dry weight (g).Results showed that the different combinations of pre-germination seed processing method, storage temperature and duration of storage did not significantly affect seed viability of tomato as measured by germination percentage and uniformity of germination time (UGT), as well as seedling growth of tomato as measured by shoot and root length (cm) and dry weight (g). The manual method of seed processing was recommended because of lower cost of materials and shorter preparation time, in combination with storage in ambient temperature for two to ten weeks.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU07303
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
35 leaves
Keywords
Germination; Seeds--Storage; Seeds--Viability; Tomatoes; Growth (Plants)
Recommended Citation
Bartolome, B. S. (1995). The effects of pre-germination seed processing, storage temperature and duration of storage on the viability and seedling growth of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.). Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/1326