title: Gamma-ray-induced spore germination of Dictyostelium discoideum.
abstract: (60)Co gamma rays can induce germination of the spores of the cellular slime mold, Dictyostelium discoideum, in the absence of heat shock, amino acids, or bacteria food source. About 65% amoebae emergence occurs by 13 hr after a dose of 180 krad.
mesh_terms: D003036:Cobalt Isotopes; D008858:Microscopy, Phase-Contrast; D008970:Molecular Weight; D009235:Myxomycetes / Q000254:growth & development / Q000528:radiation effects*; D011830:Radiation Effects; D013170:Spores / Q000254:growth & development / Q000528:radiation effects*
chemical_list: D003036:Cobalt Isotopes