According to Harrington's thumb rule
A. For every decrease of 1% seed moisture the life time of seed is doubled
B. For every decrease of 5°C in storage temperature the life time of seed gets doubled
C. The second condition is applicable when the storage temperature is between 0°C and 50°C
D. All of the above
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
According to Harrington's thumb rule, all the given options are correct that are:a. For every decrease of 1 % in seed moisture, the lifetime of the seed is doubled.
b. For every decrease of 5°C in storage temperature the lifetime of the seed gets doubled.
c. The second condition is applicable when the storage temperature is between 0°C and 50°C.
HARRINGTON'S RULE: Seed longevity decreases by one-half for every 1% increase in moisture content or every 10°F (6°C) increase in temperature.
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