Comparative study of Imbibition Rates in Zea mays, Trigonella foenum-graecum and Cajanus cajan Plant Seeds
Rahul. W. Ukey*, Ananta. T. More, Harshwardhan. A. Wagh & Ankita. P. Shelke
rahulukey256@gmail.com, Mobile No. 9096938399*
Department of Botany, Jijamata Mahavidyalaya, Buldhana (M.S.)-443001
ABSTRACT
Imbibition is a special type of diffusion since water movement is along the concentration gradient that takes place when liquid is absorbed by solids-colloids causing an increase in volume.Imbibition is the first and essential step in seed germination. This paper deals with Comparative study of Imbibition Rates in Zea mays, Trigonella foenum-graecum and Cajanus cajan plant Seeds.
The main objectives of this study are- To investigate the rate of water absorption (imbibition), helps to understand the importance of imbibition in seed germination and how different factors influence the water absorption process. In agriculture, understanding imbibition is very important because it directly impacts seedling establishment and overall plant water relations, all of which are vital for these crops’ success. Imbibition can be used to assess the quality of seeds and to optimize seed storage conditions.
DOI link – https://doi.org/10.69758/GIMRJ/2504I5VXIIIP0035
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