Effect of Gamma Rays on Germination and Photosynthetic Pigments of Maize (Zea Mays L.) Inbreds

S. Nepal, B.R. Ojha, A.J. Sánchez Meador, S.P. Gaire, C. Shilpakar

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Maize, Gamma rays, Final germination percentage, Photosynthetic pigment

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