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International Rice Research Institute
Industry: Agriculture
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The science dealing with the distribution and movement of water.
Industry:Agriculture
(1) A measure of acidity/alkalinity of a solution. (2) Mathematically is equal to the negative logarithm of the molar concentration of hydrogen ion; measurement of acidity/alkalinity of a solution; pH less than 7 = acidic; above 7 = basic.
Industry:Agriculture
The process where a compound combines with water in a definite ratio.
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A breeding method in which two varieties are crossed to generate new variability and to produce desired recombinants. The hybrids are allowed to self-pollinate and the segregating populations are handled by an appropriate method.
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The increase in vigor of hybrids over their parental inbred types; also known as heterosis.
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1). A variety of rice developed from crossing and selection to gain higher yields. 2). Fl offspring of two genetically dissimilar parents.
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The Fl seed used as commercial variety.
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The product of a cross between genetically dissimilar parents.
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Translucent or transparent.
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Dampness, the amount of water or water vapor in the air.
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