Life Movements in Plants, Volume II by Jagadis Chandra Bose

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Author Bose, Jagadis Chandra, 1858-1937
Title Life Movements in Plants, Volume II
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Summary "Life Movements in Plants, Volume II" by Jagadis Chandra Bose is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work explores various tropisms in plants, examining how different stimuli from the environment—such as light, temperature, and gravity—affect plant movements. Bose's investigations aim to uncover fundamental reactions that can explain the complex behaviors exhibited by plant organs under various conditions. The opening portion of the text sets the stage for an in-depth discussion on how plants respond to stimuli, highlighting the author’s commitment to experimental rigor and detail. Bose introduces his research on tropic movements, using advanced measuring instruments like the Balanced Crescograph to document even the minutest growth changes in plants. He emphasizes the challenges and intricacies associated with understanding these movements, suggesting that traditional methods fail to fully explain why certain reactions occur. Overall, the beginning provides a foundational understanding of Bose's approach and the significance of his studies in contributing to the broader field of plant physiology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QK: Science: Botany
Subject Plants -- Irritability and movements
Subject Growth (Plants)
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EBook-No. 40050
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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