The Effect of Radiation and Heat on the Germination of Radish Seeds: Radiation and heat effects on Radish seeds

Pallavi  Dixit

doi:10.21276/pt.2024.1.2.5

Authors

Pallavi Dixit Mahila Vidyalaya Degree College, Lucknow, India Author https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3110-8245

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21276/pt.2024.1.2.5

Keywords:

Radiation, Heat, Germination, Radish seeds, Microwave

Abstract

Scientists are investigating the impact of technology on the natural environment through experiments as humanity becomes more and more reliant on technology. To find out if microwave radiation exposure affects the germination of the radish seed, the following research was carried out. The findings indicate that microwave energy has an impact on radish seed germination. In comparison to a control set or another set of the radish seed that were microwaved for one or a half minute, seeds subjected to the microwave for four minutes exhibited over 150% more seeds germinating over a period of six days. These findings provide one instance of how the natural world responds to the radiant energy generated by artificial items. The impact of radiation and heat on germination will be covered in this essay.

Author Biography

Pallavi Dixit, Mahila Vidyalaya Degree College, Lucknow, India

Faculty, Department of Botany

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