Descriptor: Root Respiration Rate (RESPIRATE)



 
Definition:
Rate of respiration of three representative roots measured at 13 degrees centigrade in sealed glass jars using gas chromatography.
Crop:
SWEETPOTATO
Category:
Physiology descriptors
Status:
Crop Germplasm Committee approved
Data Type:
Numeric descriptor
Maximum Length:
6
Responsible Site:
Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Unit (S9)  (S9)


Studies or environments

Distribution of Values for Root Respiration Rate (RESPIRATE)

RangeNumber of Accessions
4.02 - 10.72102
10.72 - 17.43132
17.43 - 24.1379
24.13 - 30.8439
30.84 - 37.5412
37.54 - 44.243
44.24 - 50.957
50.95 - 57.651
57.65 - 64.361
64.36 - 71.061