The effect of bivalent metalic contaminants (Cu2+, Mn2+, Sr2+ and Co2+) on the germination and root elongation in Chenopodium quinoa Willd.
Keywords:
Quinoa, heavy metals, germination, radicle elongationAbstract
Podazza, G., J. A. González and F. E. Prado. 2005. Lilloa 42 (1-2). The effect of bivalent metalic contaminants (Cu2+, Mn2+, Sr2+ and Co2+) on the germination and root elongation in Chenopodium quinoa Willd., at concentrations of 25, 50, 75, 100 ,150 and 200 mM was studied. Analysis focused during the first 12 hours of germination, that is the time where germination is maximum. It was observed that all contaminants reduce germination and radicle elongation depending on the concentration and type of ion tested. A negative correlation between concentration and germination/elongation was detected for all contaminants.