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rRNA/DNA hybridization experiments were performed and seed protein content was determined in several lines of 4 species ofTriticum (wheat). No correlation between rRNA gene number and seed protein content was found.
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Maggini, F., Blanco, A., Licci, D. et al. Amount of ribosomal DNA and seed protein content in the genusTriticum. Experientia 36, 1047–1048 (1980). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01965960
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