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appyboo

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on: Jul 22, 2018
What is likely to happen if a growing medium to be used for germinating seeds is not sterilized?
 
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How should seed be stored at home to maintain its viability?
 
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whitcassie

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The microorganisms in the medium will attack the seedlings and kill them.

Answer to Question 2

In a sealed container in the refrigerator


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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