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Entry Date
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Thursday, March 11, 2021
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Matt D.
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Connecticut
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Entry 7 of 90 |
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Seeds Added to Germination Chamber
There are two bags in the image, the top one (that is unlabeled) is the test bag, which means it is set up exactly like the bag that contains the seeds, but simply does not have any seeds in it. This allows for the full system to be tested ahead of time to ensure all systems are a “go”.
Once the seeds are ready the test bag is changed out for the “real” bag and the conditions the seeds will be exposed to will be exactly in the target ranges predetermined.
Note: The seeds before reaching this stage are removed from the freezer for 2 hours. Then the edges are filed and are placed in room temperature water for a 2-hour soak. After this time the seeds are placed in paper towels that have been soaked in water and then rung out so that no water drips from them but they are moist. This is then placed in a snack sized plastic bag and it is sealed and placed in the germination chamber.
Seeds are placed in the chamber typically around 10pm and then are first checked 36 hours later and then every 12 hours and are removed once a root is seen.
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