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The content of abscisic acid in the developing seeds of oak (Quercus robur L.)

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Biologia Plantarum

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Abscisic acid was analysed in seeds of oak, at. five stages of development in threeweek intervals, starting on the 6th week after anthesis until maturation in the 18th week after anthesis. The physico-chemical methods and bioassays were used for a closer characterization and quantification of the examined compounds. Differentiation of the ABA level depending upon the stages of seed development has been observed in various parts of acorn.

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Michalski, L. The content of abscisic acid in the developing seeds of oak (Quercus robur L.). Biol Plant 28, 434–439 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02885047

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