Enhancement in the germination, growth and yield of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) using pre-sowing magnetic treatment of seeds med./bio.

Aim of study (acc. to author)

Endpoint

• germination, growth and yield of okra

Exposure

• • 50 Hz
  • 50/60 Hz
  • magnetic field
  • low frequency

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Methods Endpoint/measurement parameters/methodology

• germination, growth and yield of okra (germination percentage, number of flowers per plant, leaf area, plant height at maturity, number of fruits per plant, pod mass per plant and number of seeds per plant)

Main outcome of study (acc. to author)

Study funded by

• not stated/no funding

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